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Have humans always waged war? Is warring an ancient evolutionary adaptation or a relatively recent behavior--and what does that tell us about human nature? In War, Peace, and Human Nature, editor Douglas P. Fry brings together leading experts in such fields as evolutionary biology, archaeology, anthropology, and primatology to answer fundamental questions about peace, conflict, and human nature in an evolutionary context.
The chapters in this book demonstrate that humans clearly have the capacity to make war, but since war is absent in some cultures, it cannot be viewed as a human universal. And counter to frequent presumption, the actual archaeological record reveals the recent emergence of war. It does not typify the ancestral type of human society, the nomadic forager band, and contrary to widespread assumptions, there is little support for the idea that war is ancient or an evolved adaptation. Views of human nature as inherently warlike stem not from the facts but from cultural views embedded in Western thinking.
Drawing upon evolutionary and ecological models; the archaeological record of the origins of war; nomadic forager societies past and present; the value and limitations of primate analogies; and the evolution of agonism, including restraint; the chapters in this interdisciplinary volume refute many popular generalizations and effectively bring scientific objectivity to the culturally and historically controversial subjects of war, peace, and human nature.
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Discover the fascinating truth about war, peace, and human nature with the groundbreaking book, War, Peace, and Human Nature: The Convergence of Evolutionary and Cultural Views. Written by renowned editor Douglas P. Fry, this captivating book unravels the mysteries of human behavior in an evolutionary context. By bringing together experts in biology, anthropology, archaeology, and primatology, we delve into the core questions about conflict and peace that have puzzled humanity for centuries.
Is war an inherent part of human nature? The answer may surprise you. While humans undeniably possess the capability for war, it is not a universal characteristic. In fact, some cultures have flourished without ever engaging in warfare. Through meticulous analysis of the archaeological record, this book challenges the notion that war is an ancient, evolutionary adaptation. Instead, it reveals that the origins of war are relatively recent and its prevalence is not indicative of our ancestral society.
It's time to challenge the prevailing cultural beliefs about human nature. Contrary to popular assumptions, our natural inclination is not inherently warlike. The idea that humans are destined to be warriors is a product of Western thinking, not factual evidence. Drawing upon evolutionary models, the nomadic forager societies of the past and present, and primate analogies, this book unravels the truth about our true nature - a nature capable of both conflict and restraint.
Join us in this interdisciplinary journey as we dive deep into the scientific understanding of war, peace, and human nature. Gain a fresh perspective, rooted in objective research, that challenges popular generalizations and invites you to question the prevailing cultural narratives. Explore the origins of war, understand the dynamics of peace, and gain a deeper understanding of what truly shapes the human experience. Don't miss out on this thought-provoking read, a must-have for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of our complex nature.
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