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The curious science of everyday lives kindle edition. Jun 11, 2018 wiseman s first wife, named dorothy, died on 23 feb. Wiseman born 17 september 1966 is a professor of the public understanding of psychology at the university of hertfordshire in the united kingdom. Richard wiseman is britains only professor for the public understanding of psychology and has an international reputation for his research into unusual areas. Richard wiseman books list of books by author richard wiseman. Presenting academic research and practical techniques in an accessible and entertaining way, they cover a range of psychological topics, including the science of success, the psychology of luck, leadership, sleep and dreaming, and wellbeing and happiness. This approach to psychology has been pioneered by a few researchers over the past hundred years who have followed in galtons footsteps and had the courage to explore the places mainstream scientists avoid. He was described by one scientific american columnist as one of the most innovative experimental psycholo. He also regularly acts as a creative consultant for print. The debut novel from legendary sas survival guide author lofty wiseman. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws. Richard wiseman has gained an international reputation for research into diverse areas of psychology, including deception, success and luck. Quirkology by richard wiseman, 9780330448116, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Richards family friendly youtube channel is called quirkology.
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