the-weirdest-people-in-the-world

Best: Reviewers praise the book for its insightful exploration of cultural differences, particularly how literacy shapes psychological development and thinking patterns. Many find it eye-opening and thought-provoking, offering a fresh perspective on understanding diverse worldviews. Worst: Some reviewers criticize the book for being overly academic and dense, making it less accessible to general readers. Others feel that it lacks practical applications and could benefit from more engaging storytelling to illustrate its points.

  • Western people are very different psychologically
  • In part driven by literacy, which changes brain development in a major way
  • Some ways we are outliers
    • Less holistic, more analytical thinking
    • More weight on intentions in morality (vs outcomes)