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Evolutionary psychology explains human kindness.

If you've ever pondered what drives our societal norms and acts of kindness, "The Origins of Virtue" might offer you some eye-opening perspectives. Ridley approaches human benevolence with a blend of evolutionary logic and compelling argumentation, which could give you a deeper understanding of our social behaviors. It's a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the why behind our willingness to cooperate and be altruistic.

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ISBN: 9780140244045
Authors: Matt Ridley
Publisher: Penguin
Date of Publication: 1997-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Sociology, History, Science, Philosophy, Economics
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Why are people nice to each other? What are the reasons for altruism? Matt Ridley explains how the human mind has evolved a special instinct for social exchange, offering a lucid and persuasive argument about the paradox of human benevolence.
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Evolutionary psychology explains human kindness.

If you've ever pondered what drives our societal norms and acts of kindness, "The Origins of Virtue" might offer you some eye-opening perspectives. Ridley approaches human benevolence with a blend of evolutionary logic and compelling argumentation, which could give you a deeper understanding of our social behaviors. It's a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the why behind our willingness to cooperate and be altruistic.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.