Lisa Feldman Barrett 2 Book Set Seven And A Half Lessons About The Brain How Emotions Are Made

Discover a thoughtful two-book collection from bestselling author and neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett — ideal for curious readers, parents, teachers, and anyone interested in the science of mind and feeling. This Lisa Feldman Barrett 2 Books Collection Set includes Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain and How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain. Presented in a convenient paperback edition and listed as Condition: BRAND NEW, this set makes a smart gift, classroom resource, or personal primer on modern neuroscience and emotion science. What’s included Titles in this set:- Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain Format: Paperback ISBN ‎: ‎ ‎ 9789124124045 Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain — short, clear, surprising In seven short essays (plus a bite-sized story about how brains evolved), Lisa Feldman Barrett condenses decades of research into a slim, entertaining read. This book is excellent for readers who want an accessible introduction to core neuroscience ideas without jargon. You’ll learn where brains came from, how they’re structured (and why that matters), and how individual brains interact to create shared experience. Barrett also dismantles persistent myths — from the "lizard brain" to the false dichotomy between thoughts and emotions — making complex science easy to apply in everyday life. How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain — a paradigm-shifting exploration In this groundbreaking book, Barrett challenges the centuries-old notion that emotions are fixed, automatic reactions triggered by specific regions of the brain. Drawing on the latest experiments and clinical findings, she argues that emotions are constructed by the brain using past experience, context, and prediction. Clear, evidence-based, and richly argued, this volume has influenced psychologists, educators, and clinicians who want to rethink emotional development, classroom practice, and mental health approaches. Trusted author: From Lisa Feldman Barrett, a University Distinguished Professor of psychology at Northeastern University and co-director of the Interdisciplinary Affective Science Laboratory. Accessible paperback edition: Easy to carry, share, and reread — perfect for students, book clubs, or bedside reading. Perfect for multiple audiences: Useful for parents, teachers, therapists, and curious readers interested in a modern take on brain science and emotions. Evidence-driven: Combines rigorous research with approachable storytelling — ideal for readers who value E-E-A-T (experience, expertise, authority, trustworthiness). Whether you're selecting a gift for a science-minded friend or curating a book collection for a classroom, this boxed set-style pairing is a versatile and enlightening choice. These books offer both practical insights and big-picture thinking — a timeless keepsake for anyone seeking to understand how brains create the rich tapestry of our lives and feelings.