The Lucifer Effect: Understanding How Good People Turn Evil
Description
Renowned psychologist Philip G. Zimbardo delves into the profound question of how ordinary individuals can commit extraordinary acts of evil in this seminal work. Drawing on groundbreaking research, including the infamous Stanford Prison Experiment, Zimbardo meticulously dissects the situational forces and systemic influences that can corrupt good people. This compelling analysis explores the dark side of human nature while simultaneously offering a beacon of hope, highlighting the critical role of individual resistance, critical thinking, and the courage of disobedience in preventing such transformations. The book serves as a powerful reminder of our shared susceptibility to malevolent influences and the enduring importance of ethical awareness and heroic action.
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paperback
Random House Digital, Inc.
Published Jan 1, 2007
584 pages
ISBN: 9781400064110
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First Published
2007
Language
eng
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