Originally published in 1961. Arthur O. Lovejoy, beginning with his book The Great Chain of Being, helped usher in the discipline of the History of Ideas in America. In Reflections on Human Nature, Lovejoy devotes particular attention to influential figures such as Hobbes, Locke, Bishop Butler, and Mandeville, tracing developments and changes in the concept of human nature through the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. He also discusses the theory of human nature held by the founders of the American Constitution, giving special attention to James Madison and the "Federalist Papers."

Originally published in 1961. Arthur O. Lovejoy, beginning with his book The Great Chain of Being, helped usher in the discipline of the History of Ideas in America. In Reflections on Human Nature, Lovejoy devotes particular attention to influential figures such as Hobbes, Locke, Bishop Butler, and Mandeville, tracing developments and changes in the concept of human nature through the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. He also discusses the theory of human nature held by the founders of the American Constitution, giving special attention to James Madison and the "Federalist Papers."

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"Reflections on the Dark Side of Human Nature" invites readers on a profound exploration of the intricacies inherent in the human psyche. In the introductory chapter, "Prologue to Shadows", the stage is set for a contemplative journey into the dualities of human existence. Acknowledging the coexistence of light and darkness within individuals and society, the book aims to understand, rather than judge, the nuanced aspects of negative human attributes. The subsequent chapters delve into diverse realms of human behavior, such as the roots of violence, environmental exploitation, animal testing, sexual violence, corruption, dishonesty, greed, bias, arrogance, jealousy, and many more. Each chapter offers a deep analysis, unraveling the complexities and consequences of these shadows that shape our lives. The concluding chapter, "Reflections on the Shadows Within", summarizes key themes, explores potential solutions, and encourages readers to reflect on the intricate interplay of negative human attributes. This book serves as a thought-provoking guide, urging readers to contemplate the shadows that linger within and the profound impact they have on the individual and collective human experience.

"Reflections on the Dark Side of Human Nature" invites readers on a profound exploration of the intricacies inherent in the human psyche. In the introductory chapter, "Prologue to Shadows", the stage is set for a contemplative journey into the dualities of human existence. Acknowledging the coexistence of light and darkness within individuals and society, the book aims to understand, rather than judge, the nuanced aspects of negative human attributes. The subsequent chapters delve into diverse realms of human behavior, such as the roots of violence, environmental exploitation, animal testing, sexual violence, corruption, dishonesty, greed, bias, arrogance, jealousy, and many more. Each chapter offers a deep analysis, unraveling the complexities and consequences of these shadows that shape our lives. The concluding chapter, "Reflections on the Shadows Within", summarizes key themes, explores potential solutions, and encourages readers to reflect on the intricate interplay of negative human attributes. This book serves as a thought-provoking guide, urging readers to contemplate the shadows that linger within and the profound impact they have on the individual and collective human experience.

In Human Nature and the Millennium, Malcolm Jeeves deftly surveys past efforts in the integration endeavor, enriching the discussion with his expertise in the field of neuropsychology. He concludes that integration may not be as fruitful as many have intimated. His challenge to integrationists will certainly need to be taken seriously.

This collection of aphorisms and philosophical comment represents Eric Hoffer at his best. It offers stunning insights that strike home with startling frequency, often most uncomfortably; it has a fine unity, a well-defined theme. That some of the statements invite argument and questioning is inevitable and stimulating. Here is a book of the "wry epigram and the icy aphorism" which made his earlier books so appealing and gained for him a wide audience.--Publisher description.