Title
The Study Of Human Nature: A Reader,New
Processing time: 1-3 days
US Orders Ships in: 3-5 days
International Orders Ships in: 8-12 days
Return Policy: 15-days return on defective items
Payment Option
Now In A New Edition, This Exceptional Anthology Provides An Introduction To A Wide Variety Of Views On Human Nature. Drawing From Diverse Cultures Over Three Millennia, Leslie Stevenson Has Chosen Selections Ranging From Ancient Religious Texts To Contemporary Theories Based On Evolutionary Science. An Ideal Companion To The Editor'S Recent Book, Ten Theories Of Human Nature, 3/E (Oup, 1998), This Interdisciplinary Reader Can Also Be Used Independently.The Study Of Human Nature, 2/E Offers Substantial Selections Illustrating The Ten Perspectives Discussed In Ten Theories Of Human Nature, 4/Ethe Bible, Hinduism, Confucianism, Plato, Kant, Marx, Freud, Sartre, B.F. Skinner'S Behaviorism, And Konrad Lorenz'S Ethological Diagnosis Of Human Aggression. The Islamic Tradition Is Represented By A Selection From The 20Thcentury Iranian Philosopher Ayatullah Murtaza Mutahhari. The 17Th And 18Thcentury Philosophers Descartes, Hobbes, Hume, Rousseau, And Kant Are Also Represented. Selections From Rousseau, J.S. Mill, And Nancy Holmstrom Discuss Alleged Differences Between Women And Men, And A Paper By Henry Bracken Deals With Racial Issues. Examples From E.O. Wilson'S Sociobiology And His Critics Are Also Included, Together With Material From Chomsky And From Recent Evolutionary Psychology.This New Edition Includes More Substantial Selections From The Hindu, Confucian, And Christian Traditions And Provides More Accessible Extracts From Marx, Sartre, And Lorenz. An Excellent Reader For Introductory Courses In Philosophy, Religious Studies, Human Nature, And Intellectual History, The Study Of Human Nature, 2/E, Is Also An Essential Resource For Anyone Interested In Ancient, Modern, And Contemporary Perspectives On Human Nature.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
- Q: What topics are covered in The Study of Human Nature? A: The Study of Human Nature includes a wide variety of perspectives on human nature, drawing from ancient religious texts, contemporary theories, and selections from philosophers and theorists like Plato, Kant, Marx, Freud, and others.
- Q: Who is the author of The Study of Human Nature? A: The book is authored by Leslie Stevenson, who has compiled this anthology to provide an interdisciplinary examination of human nature.
- Q: What is the format of The Study of Human Nature? A: The Study of Human Nature is available in a paperback format and consists of 336 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for introductory courses? A: Yes, The Study of Human Nature is an excellent resource for introductory courses in philosophy, religious studies, and human nature.
- Q: What edition of The Study of Human Nature is available? A: The current edition available is the second edition, published on November 8, 2000.
- Q: Does The Study of Human Nature include diverse cultural perspectives? A: Yes, the anthology includes selections from various cultures and traditions, including Western philosophy, Hinduism, Confucianism, and Islamic thought.
- Q: Are there any contemporary theories included in the book? A: Yes, the book features contemporary theories based on evolutionary science, alongside historical texts and philosophical discussions.
- Q: What philosophical figures are represented in The Study of Human Nature? A: The book includes works from influential figures such as Descartes, Hobbes, Hume, Rousseau, Kant, and modern theorists like E.O. Wilson.
- Q: Can The Study of Human Nature be used independently from Ten Theories of Human Nature? A: Yes, while it complements Ten Theories of Human Nature, The Study of Human Nature can also be used as an independent reader.
- Q: What are some key themes explored in The Study of Human Nature? A: Key themes include the exploration of human behavior, morality, gender differences, and the relationship between biology and culture.