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Just Babies: The Origins Of Good And Evil
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A Leading Cognitive Scientist Argues That A Deep Sense Of Good And Evil Is Bred In The Bone.From John Locke To Sigmund Freud, Philosophers And Psychologists Have Long Believed That We Begin Life As Blank Moral Slates. Many Of Us Take For Granted That Babies Are Born Selfish And That It Is The Role Of Societyand Especially Parentsto Transform Them From Little Sociopaths Into Civilized Beings. In Just Babies, Paul Bloom Argues That Humans Are In Fact Hardwired With A Sense Of Morality. Drawing On Groundbreaking Research At Yale, Bloom Demonstrates That, Even Before They Can Speak Or Walk, Babies Judge The Goodness And Badness Of Others Actions; Feel Empathy And Compassion; Act To Soothe Those In Distress; And Have A Rudimentary Sense Of Justice.Still, This Innate Morality Is Limited, Sometimes Tragically. We Are Naturally Hostile To Strangers, Prone To Parochialism And Bigotry. Bringing Together Insights From Psychology, Behavioral Economics, Evolutionary Biology, And Philosophy, Bloom Explores How We Have Come To Surpass These Limitations. Along The Way, He Examines The Morality Of Chimpanzees, Violent Psychopaths, Religious Extremists, And Ivy League Professors, And Explores Our Often Puzzling Moral Feelings About Sex, Politics, Religion, And Race.In His Analysis Of The Morality Of Children And Adults, Bloom Rejects The Fashionable View That Our Moral Decisions Are Driven Mainly By Gut Feelings And Unconscious Biases. Just As Reason Has Driven Our Great Scientific Discoveries, He Argues, It Is Reason And Deliberation That Makes Possible Our Moral Discoveries, Such As The Wrongness Of Slavery. Ultimately, It Is Through Our Imagination, Our Compassion, And Our Uniquely Human Capacity For Rational Thought That We Can Transcend The Primitive Sense Of Morality We Were Born With, Becoming More Than Just Babies.Paul Bloom Has A Gift For Bringing Abstract Ideas To Life, Moving Seamlessly From Darwin, Herodotus, And Adam Smith To The Princess Bride, Hannibal Lecter, And Louis C.K. Vivid, Witty, And Intellectually Probing, Just Babies Offers A Radical New Perspective On Our Moral Lives.
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- Q: What is the page count of 'Just Babies: The Origins of Good and Evil'? A: The book has two hundred eighty-eight pages. This length allows for an in-depth exploration of its themes.
- Q: What are the dimensions of 'Just Babies: The Origins of Good and Evil'? A: The book measures five point seventeen inches in length, zero point six inches in width, and seven point ninety-nine inches in height. These compact dimensions make it portable and easy to handle.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding. Paperback is lightweight and flexible, ideal for casual reading.
- Q: How do I read 'Just Babies: The Origins of Good and Evil'? A: You can read this book like any standard novel. It is suitable for readers interested in psychology and morality.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: This book is suitable for adults and older teens. Its themes of morality and psychology may be complex for younger readers.
- Q: Is there a specific time when I should read this book? A: You can read this book at any time. It is particularly engaging for those interested in philosophical discussions about morality.
- Q: How should I store 'Just Babies: The Origins of Good and Evil'? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This will help preserve its condition over time.
- Q: Can I clean the book if it gets dirty? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the cover with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using water or cleaning solutions that could damage the pages.
- Q: Is this book safe for children? A: No, this book is not primarily aimed at children. Its themes are more appropriate for an adult audience.
- Q: What if my copy of the book arrives damaged? A: If your copy arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a potential return or exchange. Most retailers have policies in place for such issues.
- Q: How does 'Just Babies: The Origins of Good and Evil' compare to other psychology books? A: This book offers a unique perspective by arguing that morality is inherent from birth. It differs from many psychology books that treat morality as a learned behavior.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to psychology? A: Yes, it can be suitable for beginners. However, some concepts may require background knowledge in psychology or philosophy.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes of morality, empathy, justice, and the innate sense of good and evil. It draws on various fields, including psychology and philosophy.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Just Babies: The Origins of Good and Evil'? A: The author is Paul Bloom, a leading cognitive scientist known for his work in psychology.
- Q: Does this book have any illustrations or images? A: No, 'Just Babies: The Origins of Good and Evil' does not contain illustrations. It focuses primarily on text and arguments.