{"product_id":"morbidly-curious-coltan-scrivner-9780143137344","title":"Morbidly Curious: A Scientist Explains Why We Can't Look Away","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe leading expert on the science behind morbid curiosity explains our spooky, gory, and macabre fascinations\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhat 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 \u003ci\u003eMorbidly Curious\u003c\/i\u003e, scientist Coltan Scrivner takes readers on a thrilling journey into the psychology of morbid curiosity, uncovering why we can't resist the macabre. From grisly serial killers to spine-chilling paranormal stories, Scrivner reveals the psychological forces that compel us to explore our darkest fears--and explains how this proclivity is more than just a quirk. It's a powerful survival instinct, helping us mentally prepare for real-world threats, all from the safety of our imaginations. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBlending 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, \u003ci\u003eMorbidly Curious\u003c\/i\u003e will open your eyes to the hidden benefits of exploring the dark side of human nature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Coltan Scrivner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0143137344\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780143137344\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Penguin Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/07\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 272\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.48lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.31w x 0.53d","brand":"Coltan Scrivner","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46670685044991,"sku":"9780143137344","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_95b39dc2-55bb-43f0-8ed9-6029383cf67f.jpg?v=1741317104","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/morbidly-curious-coltan-scrivner-9780143137344","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}