Elements of Taste: Understanding What We Like and Why
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| Rating | : | 4.59 (622 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0399183442 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 240 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2018-01-27 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Benjamin Errett spent a decade editing the arts pages of the National Post. Recommended pairings include his previous book (Elements of Wit) and a dry white wine. Maybe a Semillon? He dips his fries in mayonnaise and lives in Toronto. Once they were finally edited, he wrote this book.
Gilmore Girls. Wes Anderson. 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.. Coldplay. Star Wars. 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. Hamilton. From My Little Pony to the Sex Pistols: An engaging exploration of why we love what we love Katy Perry. We all have our most and least favorite things
“Truly fascinating…the droll sketches peppered throughout and Errett’s amusing commentary ensure a read as fun as it is informative.” --Publishers Weekly