The age of empathy nature's lessons for a kinder society

Konrad lorenzs popular 1966 book, on aggression, argued that it has an important role in the social life of many animal species, including humans. In the 1950s and 1960s, a major topic of research in animal behaviour was aggression. Here are 3 lessons that support the theory that we are empathetic beings. The age of empathy is essential reading for our embattled times. Desmond morris, author of the naked apeare we our brothers keepers. Empathy is a key concept in mental healthcare and the creation of a wellbeing society that fosters good mental health. In this thoughtprovoking book, the acclaimed author of our inner ape explores how empathy comes naturally to humans and other animals. The age of empathy natures lessons for a kinder society. Natures lessons for a kinder society english edition ebook. Or are we, as is often assumed, only on earth to serve our own survival and interest. An important and timely message about the biological roots of. Written in laymans prose with a wealth of anecdotes, wry humor, and incisive intelligence, the age of empathy is essential reading for our.

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