Ritual: How Seemingly Senseless Acts Make Life Worth Living

Rituals are pervasive in human culture, yet their purpose has long remained a mystery. From everyday actions like handshakes to grand ceremonies such as coronations, rituals play a central role in societies across the globe, despite often seeming illogical or meaningless. Drawing on a wide range of disciplines and cutting-edge technology, this exploration into human behavior uncovers the hidden significance behind these rituals.

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