A clear, thought-provoking look at how human nature shapes politics—and how modern science can guide better choices for everyone. This book examines why people choose how to live, and how democracy can connect that personal decision to collective institutions. It argues that a new focus on human nature can transform political thinking and policy.
In accessible chapters, the author asks how modern life’s opportunities—paired with leisure and education—should steer a fairer, more deliberate use of power. It describes the tension between individual desires and social needs, and why a conscious, shared vision matters for both national and international life. The aim is not to predict the future, but to provide a framework for thinking clearly about political design and human welfare.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the complex relationship between human nature and the practice of politics. The author argues that political thought has long been dominated by an overly intellectualized view of humanity, where it is assumed that all actions are driven by rational calculations of means and ends. This book challenges this perspective, emphasizing the role of impulses and instincts in shaping political behavior. Drawing on insights from psychology, the author delves into the non-rational influences that underpin political decision-making, examining how these influences are shaped by social and cultural factors. The text explores the impact of subconscious inference, the limitations of traditional political reasoning, and the significance of symbols and entities in shaping political thought and action. Through a historical lens, the author critiques the shortcomings of past political theories, such as utilitarianism and classical political economy, which failed to adequately account for the complexities of human motivation. The book concludes with a call for a more nuanced understanding of human nature in politics, suggesting that a conscious and systematic approach to studying these complexities is essential for effective political action and governance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330370360_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330370360
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330370360
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Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 316 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25809669/1
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