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Elements of Taste

Understanding What We Like and Why

Understanding What We Like and Why

By Benjamin Errett

By Benjamin Errett

By Benjamin Errett

By Benjamin Errett

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Oct 17, 2017 | ISBN 9780399183447

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Oct 17, 2017 | ISBN 9780399183454

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    About Elements of Taste

    From My Little Pony to the Sex Pistols: An engaging exploration of why we love what we love
     
    Katy Perry. Wes Anderson. Coldplay. Star Wars. Hamilton. Gilmore Girls. We all have our most and least favorite things. But why?

    In this smart, funny, and well-researched book, Benjamin Errett brings together the latest findings from the worlds of psychology, criticism, neuroscience, market research, and more to examine what taste really means—and what it can teach us about ourselves.

    Covering kitsch, nostalgia, snobbery, bad taste, George Michael, and what it means to be “basic,” this is the ultimate read for anyone who devours popular and not-so-popular culture.

    About Elements of Taste

    From My Little Pony to the Sex Pistols: An engaging exploration of why we love what we love
     
    Katy Perry. Wes Anderson. Coldplay. Star Wars. Hamilton. Gilmore Girls. We all have our most and least favorite things. But why?

    In this smart, funny, and well-researched book, Benjamin Errett brings together the latest findings from the worlds of psychology, criticism, neuroscience, market research, and more to examine what taste really means—and what it can teach us about ourselves.

    Covering kitsch, nostalgia, snobbery, bad taste, George Michael, and what it means to be “basic,” this is the ultimate read for anyone who devours popular and not-so-popular culture.

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    About Benjamin Errett

    Benjamin Errett spent a decade editing the arts pages of the National Post. Once they were finally edited, he wrote this book. Recommended pairings include his previous book (Elements of Wit) and a dry white wine. Maybe a Sémillon? He dips… More about Benjamin Errett

    About Benjamin Errett

    Benjamin Errett spent a decade editing the arts pages of the National Post. Once they were finally edited, he wrote this book. Recommended pairings include his previous book (Elements of Wit) and a dry white wine. Maybe a Sémillon? He dips… More about Benjamin Errett

    Product Details

    Category: Self-Improvement & Inspiration

    Paperback | $24.00
    Published by TarcherPerigee
    Oct 17, 2017 | 240 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | ISBN 9780399183447

    Category: Self-Improvement & Inspiration

    Ebook | $12.99
    Published by TarcherPerigee
    Oct 17, 2017 | 240 Pages | ISBN 9780399183454

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    Praise

    “Truly fascinating…the droll sketches peppered throughout and Errett’s amusing commentary ensure a read as fun as it is informative.”
    —Publishers Weekly

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