Description
Steven Pinker's monumental work, The Better Angels of Our Nature, presents a compelling case for the historical decline of violence across human civilization. Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, Pinker challenges the common perception of escalating brutality, revealing a long-term trend toward greater peace. He delves into the complex factors that have contributed to this remarkable shift, exploring the evolution of human nature and the development of societal structures. This profound exploration offers a hopeful perspective on humanity's progress and the enduring potential for reason and empathy to prevail.
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paperback
Penguin
Published Jan 1, 2011
802 pages
ISBN: 9780143122012
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First Published
2011
Language
eng
Featured in Challenges
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