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The Fighting Instinct

The Fighting Instinct

Bovet, Pierre
Greig, J. Y. T.

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ISBN10: 1162969105
ISBN13: 9781162969107
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 258
Weight: 0.77
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Fighting Instinct by Pierre Bovet is a book that explores the concept of aggression and violence in human behavior. Bovet, a Swiss educator and psychologist, argues that aggression is an innate human trait that has evolved over time as a survival mechanism. He examines the biological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to the development of aggressive behavior in individuals and societies.The book is divided into three parts. In the first part, Bovet discusses the nature of aggression and its role in human evolution. He argues that aggression is a natural response to threat and that it has helped humans survive and thrive in a hostile environment. He also explores the different forms of aggression, from physical violence to verbal aggression and passive aggression.In the second part, Bovet examines the psychological and social factors that contribute to aggressive behavior. He discusses the role of genetics, brain chemistry, and early childhood experiences in shaping aggressive tendencies. He also looks at the influence of culture, social norms, and media on the expression of aggression.In the final part of the book, Bovet proposes strategies for managing and reducing aggressive behavior. He emphasizes the importance of education, socialization, and conflict resolution skills in promoting peaceful coexistence. He also advocates for a shift in societal values towards empathy, compassion, and cooperation.Overall, The Fighting Instinct is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of human aggression and violence. It offers a comprehensive analysis of the factors that contribute to aggressive behavior and proposes practical solutions for reducing it.The Chapters Of This Book Constituted In The First Instance The Material Of A Course In Moral Philosophy Given In The Jean-Jacques Rousseau Institute At Geneva During The Winter Of 1915-16.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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