Explore how beliefs shape behavior and power in society
This provocative work dives into the psychology of conscience, religion, and public life. It examines how collective values, language, and media influence what people accept as truth and how leaders mobilize support.
- Learn how religion has historically functioned as a social force and how moral conduct can be shaped by environment and habit
- Understand theories of suggestion, the mind under hypnosis, and how inner and outer influences interact
- See a critical view of the press and propaganda, including how words and symbols move crowds
- Discover connections between personal conscience, self-control, and the behavior of communities
Ideal for readers interested in psychology, philosophy of religion, or how culture and media affect belief and action.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the psychological foundations of morality, arguing that moral judgments are based on deep-seated psychological processes, subconscious impulses, and social conditioning. The author contends that the traditional concept of a moral code handed down from a divine source is a flawed one and that morality is instead a constantly evolving set of values shaped by our experiences. The book examines the role of instinct, emotion, environment, and social factors in shaping moral behavior and discusses the impact of these factors on both individual and societal morality. The author also explores the relationship between religion and morality, arguing that religious beliefs and dogma can often distort or obscure the true nature of morality. Ultimately, the book aims to provide a deeper understanding of the origins and nature of morality and to challenge conventional religious and philosophical perspectives on the subject. 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 9781330666180_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330666180
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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-9781330666180
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