Over the past three decades, millions of students have learned about psychology from textbooks by David Myers. To create these books and to satisfy his own endless curiosity about the human mind, Myers is always looking for the most extraordinary developments in psychological science. In the 40 selections here, Myers's subjects include why we so often fear the wrong things, how simply going for a walk with someone can increase empathy, why we repeatedly mishear song lyrics, and how the color of Barack Obama's suits aided in his decision-making.