Warhead - How the Brain Shapes War and War Shapes the Brain

From Dr Nicholas Wright, l eading neuroscientist and advisor to the Pentagon, discover the new science behind warfare. Why did France surrender to the Nazis despite having a superior army? How has Ukraine stood firm against Russia? How do you know if you can trust an ally? How can we make clearer decisions under pressure? In Warhead , Nicholas Wright delves into our brains to find out why humans fight, lose and win wars. Drawing upon his extensive expertise in neuroscience, combined with his strategic advisory role at the Pentagon, Wright reveals that, whether we like it or not, our brains are wired for conflict and survival. In an increasingly dangerous world, our success and our values depend on recognizing this and, if necessary, taking advantage of it. Through cutting-edge research and by exploring notable conflicts from history, Warhead examines why global tensions are rising, from Taiwan to Ukraine, and asks how to defuse them. From the office to the battlefield, it is an essential read for understanding a more divided world.

Summary

An essential book for understanding our divided world, from a renowned brain surgeon and strategic adviser to the UK and US governments.

Product details

• Authors: Nicholas Wright
• Publisher: Macmillan
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: from age 18
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 26.06.2025
• EAN: 9781035013999
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3501399-9
• No. of pages: 336
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Education > Social education, social work; World, MEDICAL / Mental Health, PSYCHOLOGY / Social Psychology, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Disease & Health Issues, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Anthropology / Cultural & Social, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Violence in Society, coping with stress, Coping with death & bereavement, Social, group or collective psychology, Social and cultural anthropology, Violence in society, Social research & statistics, Political science and theory, Health, illness and addiction: social aspects, Violence and abuse in society, Psychiatric and mental disorders