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Altruism and Altruistic Love: Science, Philosophy, and Religion in Dialogue

By Post, Stephen G.

Altruism and Altruistic Love: Science, Philosophy, and Religion in Dialogue Philosophy

Altruism and Altruistic Love: Science, Philosophy, and Religion in Dialogue

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The concept of altruism, or disinterested concern for another's welfare, has been discussed by everyone from theologians to psychologists to biologists. In this book, evolutionary, neurological, developmental, psychological, social, cultural, and religious aspects of altruistic behavior are examined. It is a collaborative examination of one of humanity's essential and defining characteristics by renowned researchers from various disciplines. Their integrative dialogue illustrates that altruistic behavior is a significant mode of expression that can be studied by various scholarly methods and understood from a variety of perspectives in both the humanities and the sciences. Altruism and Altruistic Love establishes a framework for scholarship on altruism by presenting definitions, a historical overview, a review of contemporary research, and debates in various disciplines, as well as a discussion of directions for future work.
Product details
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
522
Release Date:
2002-03-28
Publication Date:
2002-03-31
Publisher:
OXFORD UNIV PR
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0195143582
ISBN13:
9780195143584
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
907 g
Height:
161 cm
Width:
244 cm
Thickness:
37 cm
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