William Von Hippel

About the Author

William von Hippel is an esteemed evolutionary psychologist whose groundbreaking research illuminates the intricate dance between our ancient biology and modern social behaviors. Drawing from decades of study in human evolution, he explores how our ancestors' survival strategies continue to shape our daily interactions, from the subtle art of deception to the pangs of jealousy that drive us. In his acclaimed work, The Social Leap: The New Evolutionary Science of Who We Are, Where We Come From, and What Makes Us Happy – Why Humans Lie, Exaggerate, and Feel Jealous, von Hippel deftly unpacks these evolutionary roots, offering readers profound insights into achieving greater happiness in a world wired for ancient challenges. With a career spanning prestigious institutions worldwide, he bridges science and storytelling to reveal the hidden forces behind our most human traits.