Explore the history of human contacts and how our connections shape culture, law, and the future of society. Learn how people meet, relate, and reform their communities for a more just world.
This book surveys how individuals and groups interact, and why friendly ties or tribal divides matter for history and daily life. It examines the forces that move people to cooperate, to fear, and to strive for improving their communities.
Readers will see how language, customs, and social structures change through contact; how sympathy and shared interests can foster cooperation; and how real‑world programs can support progress, from local associations to broader civic efforts. The work offers historical context and practical ideas for shaping a more just and inclusive society.
Ideal for readers of history, sociology, and civics who want to understand the forces that shape neighbors and nations.
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This book was originally published prior to 1923, and represents a reproduction of an important historical work, maintaining the same format as the original work. While some publishers have opted to apply OCR (optical character recognition) technology to the process, we believe this leads to sub-optimal results (frequent typographical errors, strange characters and confusing formatting) and does not adequately preserve the historical character of the original artifact. We believe this work is culturally important in its original archival form. While we strive to adequately clean and digitally enhance the original work, there are occasionally instances where imperfections such as blurred or missing pages, poor pictures or errant marks may have been introduced due to either the quality of the original work or the scanning process itself. Despite these occasional imperfections, we have brought it back into print as part of our ongoing global book preservation commitment, providing customers with access to the best possible historical reprints. We appreciate your understanding of these occasional imperfections, and sincerely hope you enjoy seeing the book in a format as close as possible to that intended by the original publisher.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the nature of human relationships, exploring the factors that shape our interactions with neighbors and strangers alike. Through meticulous analysis, the author traces the evolution of our social instincts from the primal reactions of animals to the complex emotions of modern humans. The book argues that our instincts and behaviors are deeply influenced by our tribal past, where survival depended on identifying and cooperating with those within our group while viewing outsiders with suspicion. As we progressed into larger, more diverse societies, this tribal mindset persisted, limiting our ability to extend sympathy beyond a narrow circle. The author delves into the role of language, beliefs, and physical appearance in shaping our perceptions of others, showing how these factors can create barriers to understanding and empathy. By examining both the innate and learned aspects of human nature, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities that arise in our interactions with neighbors and strangers. Its insights shed light on the complexities of human relationships, offering valuable lessons for navigating the social landscape and promoting greater understanding among diverse individuals. 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 9781330649435_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330649435
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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-9781330649435
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)