A General Theory of Love
by Thomas;Amini, Fari;Lannon, Richard Lewis
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Book Reviews of A General Theory of Love
Book Review: A good read for computer programmers
Summary: 5 Stars
I found this book very interesting, because the knowledge it provides can be applied in multiple fields (not just relationships). For example, I think that it has to be read by anyone who plans to become a parent, or anyone who is a teacher.
The book explains several key details that matter in an educational process; as a teacher - I found them very helpful.
One more thing worth pointing out - I think that programmers will find this book easy to parse, since the references to neural networks and how they are trained are very clear. If you are familiar with the concept, you won't have a problem applying that knowledge in the realm of social interactions.
Book Review: Confoundedly Informative
Summary: 4 Stars
This is a good resource for laymen and experts alike.
It's clinical, but far more lyrical than a textbook or journal article. The writing style felt elegant in this balance.
It's well sourced and the sections that examine (positive) limbic resonance articulate the profound rewards (and corresponding risks) of falling in love.
However, some people feel this book is too clinical.
Others are averse to being either structurally analytical or critical of family systems.
Anecdotal experience has found such opinions to correspond with sympathetic fans of "Eat, Pray, Love" (F) and "Wall Street/Scarface" (M).
Book Review: One of my top 5 favorite books.
Summary: 5 Stars
I'd recommend this book to any reader, with advanced knowledge on this topic or someone with no background at all. It is so well-written and interesting that I wish I had more time to sit and read it. It has information about the most up to date research in this field and the great thing is that it's not just about love and the romanticized version of it. It includes a full overview of all the complex emotions that are involved in all the different kinds of love humans experience. If you are considering getting this book, I'd highly recommend it. Kudos to the writers who put so much effort and care into constructing a well-balanced interesting book.Book Review: good book, could do with easier writing and better title
Summary: 4 Stars
I really liked this book, but I think it's much more of a cognitive and developmental psychology survey than a well tied together theory of love.
I find the author(s)'s use of overly complex words and metaphors excessive. I am a fan of simple and clean writing... you can easily convey a idea without using $50 words in every sentence.
My biggest pet peeve is that there were ancillary information (not really necessary to the context of the book) that is either poorly explained or out right wrong.
But overall if you can overlook these little minor annoyances, the book is really very interesting.
Book Review: I loved, loved, loved this book
Summary: 5 Stars
It has been a long time since I read this book. Today I was browsing amazon and I came across this and remembered how much I loved it. So I think I owe it a belated thanks and 5 stars.
Whether you're a therapist, a parent, in love, out of love, or a lonely soul incapable of finding or maintaining love, this gem will provide you amazing insight and knowledge on how love works, why it's so crucial to humans (and animals) and most importantly how we choose to love the ones we love (not that it's a matter of choice.) It is science, literature, and self-help, all delivered in a pleasant and easy-to-read style.