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Why Men Don't Listen and Women Can't Read Maps: How We're Different and What to Do About It
Have you ever wished your partner came with an instruction booklet? This international bestseller is the answer to all the things you've ever wondered about the opposite sex.
For their controversial new book on the differences between the way men and women think and communicate, Barbara and Allan Pease spent three years traveling around the world, collecting the dramatic fi...more
For their controversial new book on the differences between the way men and women think and communicate, Barbara and Allan Pease spent three years traveling around the world, collecting the dramatic fi...more
Paperback, 272 pages
Published
June 19th 2001
by Three Rivers Press
(first published 1998)
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saya beli buku ini untuk lucu-lucuan saja, menyelingi buku lain yang makin bikin bingung...
tapi memang buku ini ditulis denga lucu, dengan menyenangkan, sehingga kita ingin terus ingin tahu.
terus terang,
banyak yang baru saya tahu tentang hubungan laki-laki dan perempuan, perbedaan dan persamaannya [`same species, different worlds` demikian judul salah satu babnya:], di usia yang sudah senja ini.
cara menjelaskan perbedaan dan persamaannya itu si penulis mengandalkan informasi dari dunia psikologi...more
tapi memang buku ini ditulis denga lucu, dengan menyenangkan, sehingga kita ingin terus ingin tahu.
terus terang,
banyak yang baru saya tahu tentang hubungan laki-laki dan perempuan, perbedaan dan persamaannya [`same species, different worlds` demikian judul salah satu babnya:], di usia yang sudah senja ini.
cara menjelaskan perbedaan dan persamaannya itu si penulis mengandalkan informasi dari dunia psikologi...more
This book is very useful. It is a must for every person to read this book in order to learn about differences between men and women. This book talks about different tastes between men and women in cloths, social activities and other things. The author shares real life and practical examples that you can see in yourself and your partner in everyday life. There are explanations about men/women differences that if you take them into account you can learn a lot about your partner and improve your re...more
Feb 01, 2011
Bárbara Hernandes
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Letícia, Natália
Recommended to Bárbara by:
Lucila
Só não digo que bati o recorde (li o livro em 1 dia) porque o recorde foi um livro da Agatha Christie que li em pouco mais de 2h, sem parar)!
Muito divertido, adorei!
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Comecei a ler esse livro sem muitas expectativas e me surpreendi! Tem vários dados científicos e biológicos, de forma bastante bem humorada, que explicam as diferenças entre homens e mulheres e os conflitos que essas relações envolvem.
Algumas passagens falam sobre habilidades típicas de cada sexo, difere...more
Muito divertido, adorei!
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Comecei a ler esse livro sem muitas expectativas e me surpreendi! Tem vários dados científicos e biológicos, de forma bastante bem humorada, que explicam as diferenças entre homens e mulheres e os conflitos que essas relações envolvem.
Algumas passagens falam sobre habilidades típicas de cada sexo, difere...more
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Aug 27, 2007
Temee Tapiheroe
rated it
3 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Recommends it for:
women who desperately need explanation about men, and men who need good point of views about women.
Well, because I am a woman, so I learned lot of things about men from this book. And I got so much explanations why sometimes women (like me) just couldn't understand men. Hahaha.. I think, men should read this book too. If they were reading this, good for them. With this book, men would much more understand us. Like my boyfriend, he finds so much familiar things (that happened between us) in this book, and he said : "I understand you better than before, cause this book gave me how-to-think-wome...more
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OK, Je suis ici to review this controversial book that has been a hot item to many who hope to better their relationship with opposite gender. My verdict: Yes, it will if you open your mind on what it has to say. Reading the book does not mean that one entirely agrees with it.
It is due to misunderstandings of our biological differences that we often get into conflicts with the opposite gender.
Familiar examples:
1. Link of love and sex in brain:
Woman: "You slept with her, do you love her?"
Man:...more
It is due to misunderstandings of our biological differences that we often get into conflicts with the opposite gender.
Familiar examples:
1. Link of love and sex in brain:
Woman: "You slept with her, do you love her?"
Man:...more
There is a reason why popular science books shouldn't be taken absolutely seriously, but with this book, one should have eyes permanently closed.
While the book is quite old, so it's obvious some parts wouldn't be up-to date, I see no reason why a reader should be served the same things over and over again. The authors mastered the art of repeating themselves in all different words. It's like being served the same dish every single time we go out to eat and to make it worse the dish is always dif...more
While the book is quite old, so it's obvious some parts wouldn't be up-to date, I see no reason why a reader should be served the same things over and over again. The authors mastered the art of repeating themselves in all different words. It's like being served the same dish every single time we go out to eat and to make it worse the dish is always dif...more
This was a really great read. It often made me laugh out loud and made me appreciate the difference between men and women's thinking patterns. I was reading this in Tasmania with my now ex-fiancee. I was up to the part about reading maps - my father had taught me from a young age to read a map upside down because some women have difficulty reading it right way up (by the way I can now read a map the right way up). Men can look at a map the right way up and figure out exactly where they are and w...more
I read this book a long time ago, however I remember the style of writing being very entertaining and informative. Although it's written by a male author, he confirms the theory by drawing numerous examples from his wife, family and friends. Just and FYI, he has published numerous books in the past with his wife, including their most successful book "The Definitive Book of Body Language".
The book covers numerous topics, from social interests and spacial capabilities to love and marriage. But per...more
The book covers numerous topics, from social interests and spacial capabilities to love and marriage. But per...more
I probably should not be reviewing this book now because I am going to sound like a raging bitch. However, I realized I would never be able to review this book with any amount of respect given its content. So, I might as well review it now. This book is full of “facts” of the modern day sexual clichés popularized by the media - Men are from Mars, women are from Venus. They are different. They THINK different, they ACT different and they WANT different things.
Right. Now, there is nothing wrong w...more
Right. Now, there is nothing wrong w...more
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In our modern society, it is not politically correct to assume that men and women are anything but equal, and equality is defined as exactly the same. Same desires, same goals, and same needs. Allan Pease and his wife Barbara write that this is anything but how it really is. Neither sex is superior to the other, but they assert we are unquestionably different. From an evolutionary psychology perspective, our brains have been wired for different priorities based upon thousands of years of unique...more
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This is a lively and humourous look at the differences between men and women. The authors' main thesis is that male and female brains are structurally and functionally different as a result of exposure to hormones while we're still in the womb. They say that neither gender is better... they're just different. Men tend to be better at tasks involving navigation and the manipulation of objects in three-dimensional space, while women are better at relationships and understanding people's moods.
Some...more
Some...more
لطيف. انتصفت به و لم أكمله، مادته شبيهة إلى حد كبير بالكتاب السابق الذي قرأتها للكاتبين. لكن هذا الكتاب موجه نحو الحقائق الحيوية و الدماغية التي تشكل هذه الاختلافات.
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اقتبست:
"Men and women are different. Not better or worse - just different."
"Those who resist the idea that our biology affects our behaviour often do so with the best of intentions - they oppose sexism. But they are confused about the difference between equal and identical which are two completely different issues." (italics in o...more
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اقتبست:
"Men and women are different. Not better or worse - just different."
"Those who resist the idea that our biology affects our behaviour often do so with the best of intentions - they oppose sexism. But they are confused about the difference between equal and identical which are two completely different issues." (italics in o...more
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wew, cepet juga ternyata bacanya. kurang dari sehari udah kelar. tanda2 kepulihan dan membaiknya napsu membaca kah? :D
Men forget everything; women remember everything.
Inti dari buku ini adalah... laki-laki dan perempuan itu beda!
ya iya lah, nenek-nenek juga tau soal itu mah
Secara keseluruhan bukuna lumayan menarik. buku ini mencoba mengurai perbedaan2 mendasar antara laki2 dan perempuan dari sudut ilmiah . kenapa laki2 suka begini? kenapa perempuan begini? seperti itulah.
bacanya sambil cengar...more
Men forget everything; women remember everything.
Inti dari buku ini adalah... laki-laki dan perempuan itu beda!
ya iya lah, nenek-nenek juga tau soal itu mah
Secara keseluruhan bukuna lumayan menarik. buku ini mencoba mengurai perbedaan2 mendasar antara laki2 dan perempuan dari sudut ilmiah . kenapa laki2 suka begini? kenapa perempuan begini? seperti itulah.
bacanya sambil cengar...more
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Aaron and I read this outloud together and had a great time doing it. The authors reveal some very fascinating information about the male and female brains and the ways in which we process information and even run our bodies based on the hormones that are dished out once we're all gender labeled. Very interesting, very readable, and sometimes even funny.
Although the differences in the sexes were illuminating, sometimes practically helpful and occasionally relieving...they were also a little fru...more
Although the differences in the sexes were illuminating, sometimes practically helpful and occasionally relieving...they were also a little fru...more
I found many new idea in this book that before reading it I didn't have any idea about them. That was really interesting for me. Unfortunately I can't talk about it at work and among friends very much because some people hate the subject (to talk about the differences between man and women) and some people are afraid to give their opinion.
I have strong doubts about all of those brain scans accuracy. If anyone can prove that they were accurate I would appreciate it.
Also I think the way the author...more
I have strong doubts about all of those brain scans accuracy. If anyone can prove that they were accurate I would appreciate it.
Also I think the way the author...more
It looks like the comments on this book are two-fold: people who hated it or who loved it. Personally, I think it was OK but does not deserve all the fuss about it. Some parts of the book ring true, some others don't really and a small portion of it sounds like unjustified bold statements.
However, what justifies my choice of a 1-star rating is the lack of serious data behind it. Overall, although the way of thinking in this book may be right and some of the advice is quite sound, I was expecting...more
However, what justifies my choice of a 1-star rating is the lack of serious data behind it. Overall, although the way of thinking in this book may be right and some of the advice is quite sound, I was expecting...more
I read this book and all titles in the series several years ago. At the time, I found them to be “enlightening” and “revealing” about gender difference to my then inadequate, uninformed self. The writing has a certain charm and an aura of openness that is inviting and non-threatening, with enough photos of brain scans and charts and “scientific data” to sound well-researched and knowledgeable, that it made me comfortable enough to accept its claims as reasonable and true.
Here’s the thing — when...more
Here’s the thing — when...more
Most of what I read in this book, I have read elsewhere, but it was a nice review. The book is easy to read and quite enjoyable. I found myself chuckling at what one would normally characterize as stereotypes. The odd thing about stereotypes is that the reason they are stereotypes is due to the large element of truth they contain.
I don't necessarily agree with their claim that women are not predisposed to to math and sciences. We have a number of women engineers at work who are every bit as tec...more
I don't necessarily agree with their claim that women are not predisposed to to math and sciences. We have a number of women engineers at work who are every bit as tec...more
Jul 31, 2009
Soundscape Lange
rated it
3 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
People wanting a funny yet informative book about the differences between men and women.
Informative and amusing as long as you don't take it too seriously and remember that some of it is very generalized and stereotyped.
A few of the suggestions they give are downright ridiculous, for example:
"One of the best compliments a man can pay a woman is not to ogle inappropriately at another female, particularly in public, but to give his partner a simultaneous compliment. For example, 'Sure, she's got great legs, but I'll bet she doesn't have a great sense of humor. She's not in the same l...more
A few of the suggestions they give are downright ridiculous, for example:
"One of the best compliments a man can pay a woman is not to ogle inappropriately at another female, particularly in public, but to give his partner a simultaneous compliment. For example, 'Sure, she's got great legs, but I'll bet she doesn't have a great sense of humor. She's not in the same l...more
Saya pinjem versi Inggris buku ini di perpustakaan kampus setelah beres UAS... ceritanya lagi pengen refreshing dengan baca buku yang ringan, jadi iseng-iseng aja ambil buku ini.
Buku ini memberikan penjelasan yang cukup menarik mengenai perbedaan antara wanita dan pria. Penjelasan yang diberikan juga cukup lucu dan ringan untuk dicerna, dimana tidak ada penjelasan ilmiah yang njelimet gitu :)
Tapi, tetap saja isi buku ini tidak berlaku secara umum di seluruh dunia. Saya merasa (meskipun si penuli...more
Buku ini memberikan penjelasan yang cukup menarik mengenai perbedaan antara wanita dan pria. Penjelasan yang diberikan juga cukup lucu dan ringan untuk dicerna, dimana tidak ada penjelasan ilmiah yang njelimet gitu :)
Tapi, tetap saja isi buku ini tidak berlaku secara umum di seluruh dunia. Saya merasa (meskipun si penuli...more
Feb 19, 2008
aTeh
rated it
5 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Recommends it for:
wira.broto@gmail.com
hmmmmm....
buku ini mengungkapkan perbedaan pikiran antara pria dan wanita agar sukses membina hubungan. Lupakan segala sesuatu yang dianggap benar tentang lawan jenis yang pernah anda dengar. Pria dan Wanita adalah tidk sama. memahami hal ini merupakan free ticket bagi anda untuk mampu menikmati kebahagiaan, menjalin dan mempertahankan hubungan.
so... enjoy this book...
buku ini mengungkapkan perbedaan pikiran antara pria dan wanita agar sukses membina hubungan. Lupakan segala sesuatu yang dianggap benar tentang lawan jenis yang pernah anda dengar. Pria dan Wanita adalah tidk sama. memahami hal ini merupakan free ticket bagi anda untuk mampu menikmati kebahagiaan, menjalin dan mempertahankan hubungan.
so... enjoy this book...
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Jun 12, 2008
Tedy
rated it
5 of 5 stars
·
review of another edition
Recommends it for:
cowok dan cewek, no bencong...
Recommended to Tedy by:
my bebe..(jangan baca bebek ya)
wew..after you read this book you'll know exactly the reasons why are men and women have a different way in everything.
bis baca buku ini gua cuman bisa mikir sambil cengar-cengir sendiri...oh iya ya...oh gitu...baru tahu gua kenapa gua gak suka nemenin cewek gua ke mall...kenapa cewek gua suka cerewet kalo kumis ma jenggot gua dipotong, dll..dll..
bis baca buku ini gua cuman bisa mikir sambil cengar-cengir sendiri...oh iya ya...oh gitu...baru tahu gua kenapa gua gak suka nemenin cewek gua ke mall...kenapa cewek gua suka cerewet kalo kumis ma jenggot gua dipotong, dll..dll..
Excellent, fascinating book based on evolutionary biology and many studies on gender differences. Aspects of neuroscience were most eye-opening. Diagrams and pictures of the brain, as well as silly cartoons, made this an informative, fast read. I learned a lot of weird facts about gender differences. Much of this book talks about average men and women, but it definitely acknowledges exceptions and explains the scientific reasons for those outliers. I am less ignorant about my own strengths/weakn...more
الكتاب في المجمل رائع في تقسيمه وتسلسله ، لا يخلو من التكرار والإعادة والزيادة على بعض النقاط والمحاور ، يعرض الكاتبان أفكارهما ومعتقداتهما بقوة ويؤكدان عليها ، يستعرض الكتاب الفروقات الفسيلوجية والنفسية والفكرية بين الجنسين وتأثير التنشأة والمجتمع والدين والمعتقدات والسياسة على تفكير وتصرفات الجنسين ، كما هو غني بالمعلومات والحقائق
يعجبني انصاف الكاتبين في الطرح والاستناد على الحقائق العلمية والإحصاءات والدراسات الموثقة بالأرقام والمراجع .
كما يوجد بعض التمارين والامثله والرسوم البيانية والصور ل...more
يعجبني انصاف الكاتبين في الطرح والاستناد على الحقائق العلمية والإحصاءات والدراسات الموثقة بالأرقام والمراجع .
كما يوجد بعض التمارين والامثله والرسوم البيانية والصور ل...more
If you have read 'Men from Mars,Women from Venus' then you should look at this. Easy to read and understand. Written humorously and you will find yourself nodding along with some of things said.
Selain dari bab berkaitan homoseksual, lesbian dan manusia wujud kerana evolusi alam, saya hampir bersetuju dengan apa sahaja yang dibentangkan dalam buku ini.
This book is full of contradictions, stereotypes and pseudo-scientific mumbo jumbo weaved skillfully into a few basic scientific facts to make an impression of real science and professionalism. Second thing, it's so strongly arguing that women are better at everything, that one cannot help but think, that it was in the most part written by the female author (and not by her husband) and that she must have some sort of inferiority complex. Honestly, I was hoping for some real "revelations", as lou...more
This book was such an eye opener it should actually put through as part of a teacher training guide as I found information that can explain the differences between male and female right from the first school years. A very informative and well researched explanation on all our differences and a must read for people confused by their sexuality, their children's sexuality, problems with friends or just differences between husband and wife. It explains the genetics behind so many problems making the...more
I really liked this book. It explains, essentially, why men and women are different (kinda like 'Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus'), and what can be done by both parties to make relationships more harmonious.
The authors are humorous and the whole text is punctuated with jokes about the differences between the sexes. The chapters are divided up nicely into short chapters of information on a particular subject, or answering a specific question. Although some of the topics are quite dense i...more
The authors are humorous and the whole text is punctuated with jokes about the differences between the sexes. The chapters are divided up nicely into short chapters of information on a particular subject, or answering a specific question. Although some of the topics are quite dense i...more
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Allan Pease is an Australian author and motivational speaker. Despite having no education in psychology, neuroscience, or psychiatry, he has managed to establish himself as an "expert on relationships".
Originally a musician, he became a successful life insurance salesman, he started a career as a speaker and trainer in sales and latterly in body language. This resulted in a popular sideline of aud...more
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Originally a musician, he became a successful life insurance salesman, he started a career as a speaker and trainer in sales and latterly in body language. This resulted in a popular sideline of aud...more
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“Men, however, shouldn't despair. They are excellent at identifying and imitating animal sounds, which would have been a significant advantage for the ancient hunter. Sadly, that's not quite as much use today.”
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misi om anto...
Aug 21, 2009 02:39am
buku ini mencapai final juga.
paling enggak, aku angap final. he..he.. nyerah deh kalau harus baca detailnya.
anggapan penulis sangat kaku, bahw...more
Aug 23, 2009 02:51am