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Neil Van Leeuwen, "Religion As Make-Believe: A Theory of Belief, Imagination, and Group Identity" (Harvard UP, 2023)

New Books in Anthropology

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  • Humans possess remarkable cognitive flexibility, allowing them to maintain a grip on reality while adopting temporary, compartmentalized attitudes.
  • This flexibility manifests in various contexts like pretend play, planning, scientific research, and cautious decision-making in uncertain situations.
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