Morbidly Curious - A Scientist Explains Why We Can't Look Away

“A fascinating examination of a feature of human nature that all of us have, most of us deplore (at least in others), and few of us understand.”
—Steven Pinker,
The leading expert on the science behind morbid curiosity explains our spooky, gory, and macabre fascinations

What makes us peek at a car wreck or binge-watch true crime shows late into the night? Why are some of us drawn to horror movies while others shudder at the thought? In
Blending fascinating insights and cutting-edge research at haunted houses across the world, Scrivner makes a powerful argument for the value of playing with fear and embracing the gruesome. Whether you''re a horror fan yourself or just want to better understand the true crime craze,

About the author

Coltan Scrivner, PhD

Product details

• Authors: Coltan Scrivner
• Publisher: Penguin Books USA
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 07.10.2025
• EAN: 9780143137344
• ISBN: 978-0-14-313734-4
• No. of pages: 272
• Dimensions: 134 mm x 202 mm x 15 mm
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Psychology > Theoretical psychology; PSYCHOLOGY / Cognitive Psychology & Cognition, SELF-HELP / Self-Management / Stress Management, PSYCHOLOGY / Evolutionary Psychology, Popular psychology