
In the 21st century, the concept of ethics may seem outdated or obsolete. But in reality, ethics is the omnipresent, ongoing discussion going on in our global communities today. Systematically, people condemn, sanction, demonize, and freely judge one another. As a result, by addressing the simplest of questions ("How do we act?" and "What do we think of others?"), laws are legislated and the moral code is created. But what is morality, exactly? And how does the moral code shape the story of our lives?Written from the perspective of a social psychologist, The Psychology of Good and Evil explores the answers to these big questions in fascinating detail, all while illuminating the inner workings of the human mind, human nature, and the foundations of our beliefs.
This work investigates the psychological mechanisms that underpin human moral judgment and the formation of ethical codes within contemporary society. Laurent Bègue, a social psychologist, utilizes empirical research and behavioral studies to examine how individuals categorize actions as good or evil. The text argues that morality is not an abstract concept but a functional framework that dictates social interaction, legal structures, and personal identity.
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Experts recognize this text as a accessible synthesis of social psychology research applied to the study of morality. Readers frequently note the clarity of the prose, which makes complex behavioral theories understandable for a general audience.
Page Count:
264
Publication Date:
2015-11-30
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190250666
ISBN-13:
9780190250669
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