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Extremely engaging A book full of good moments and humane insights.
Alan Ryan, Observer

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An examination of gurus, the cults they inspire and the power they exercise. It takes as examples some of those considered to be modern gurus such as David Koresh and James Jones, and establishes what each of them has in common. It then discusses what they share with other more accepted gurus.

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Why does music have such an effect on our minds and bodies It is the most mysterious and most intangible of all forms of art. Anthony Storr believes that music today is a significant experience for a greater number of people than ever before, and in this book he explores why this should be so.

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This study challenges the widely-held view that success in personal relationships is the only key to happiness. In a series of biographical sketches, it demonstrates how many of the creative geniuses of our civilization have been solitary, by temperament or circumstance.

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A sparkling and up-to-date new cover for one of Fontana Presss strongest-selling titles.