The Goodness Paradox: The Strange Relationship Between Virtue and Violence in Human Evolution
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We Homo sapiens can be the nicest of species and also the nastiest. What occurred during human evolution to account for this paradox? What are the two kinds of aggression that primates are prone to, and why did each evolve separately? How does the intensity of violence among humans compare with the aggressive behavior of other primates? How did humans domesticate themselves? And how were the acquisition of language and the practice of capital punishment determining factors in the rise of culture and civilization?
Authoritative, provocative, and engaging, The Goodness Paradox offers a startlingly original theory of how, in the last 250 million years, humankind became an increasingly peaceful species in daily interactions even as its capacity for coolly planned and devastating violence remains undiminished. In tracing the evolutionary histories of reactive and proactive aggression, biological anthropologist Richard Wrangham forcefully and persuasively argues for the necessity of social tolerance and the control of savage divisiveness still haunting us today.
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Looking for a thought-provoking book that explores the intriguing relationship between virtue and violence in human evolution? Look no further! Introducing "The Goodness Paradox: The Strange Relationship Between Virtue and Violence in Human Evolution". This captivating book delves into the depths of human aggression, providing fresh ideas and gripping evidence from our primate cousins, historical forebears, and contemporary neighbors. With its authoritative and engaging approach, this is a must-read for anyone curious about the complexities of human nature.
Have you ever wondered why humans have the ability to be both incredibly kind and devastatingly cruel? "The Goodness Paradox" reveals the secrets of our evolutionary history, shedding light on the two types of aggression that primates are prone to and why each evolved separately. Discover how the intensity of violence among humans compares to that of other primates, and delve into the intriguing question of how humans domesticated themselves.
But that's not all! This groundbreaking book takes its exploration a step further, examining the pivotal role of language acquisition and the practice of capital punishment in the rise of culture and civilization. Get ready for a mind-bending journey through the evolutionary puzzle of humanity's peaceful interactions, juxtaposed with its capacity for calculated violence.
Authored by renowned biological anthropologist Richard Wrangham, "The Goodness Paradox" offers a startlingly original theory that challenges conventional wisdom. Wrangham argues for the necessity of social tolerance and the control of savage divisiveness in order to pave the way for a more peaceful society. With its provocative insights and compelling arguments, this book will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about human nature.
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