#923 - Matt Ridley - Why Evolution Favours Beauty Over Survival
Modern Wisdom
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Attraction, Selection, and Communication
This chapter explores the interplay between attractiveness and intellectual traits in human mate choice, emphasizing the importance of sexual selection. It draws parallels between human romantic behaviors and the mating displays of birds, highlighting the role of language and song in attracting partners. The discussion further examines the evolutionary implications of aesthetic preferences and the divergent paths of birds and mammals in appreciating beauty.
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