Darwinism Applied: Evolutionary Paths to Social Goals by John H. Beckstrom (Engl

Description: Darwinism Applied by John H. Beckstrom Beckstrom explores how discoveries in evolutionary science can help people achieve, but not establish, social goals. Aid-giving behavior common to human populations is established as a key factor that is fundamental to an understanding of its flip side involving abuse and neglect. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Beckstrom explores how discoveries in evolutionary science can help people achieve, but not establish, social goals. Beginning with the principle that human behavior is, to some degree, influenced by genetics, the author considers how conduct can be modified in large population groupings using identified behavioral mechanisms. Aid-giving behavior common to human populations is established as a key factor that is fundamental to an understanding of its flip side involving abuse and neglect. The universal objectives of reducing child abuse, rape, incest, and war are explicitly addressed, as are such areas as intestate property distribution, street crime reduction, and the fostering or discouragement of patriotism. This book is a clear treatment of what practical implications neo-Darwinism can have for contemporary societies. Author Biography JOHN H. BECKSTROM is Emeritus Professor of Law at Northwestern Univeritys School of Law. He holds degrees from the Univerity of Iowa, Harvard University, and the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London, where he was a Fulbright scholar. He earlier published Sociobiology and the Law and, in 1989, Evolutionary Jurisprudence. Table of Contents Proper Use of Evolutionary Science in Social AffairsEvolutionary Biology Primer I: Aid-Giving BehaviorReducing Child AbuseReducing Sibling IncestDistributing the Property of People Who Die Without a WillEvolutionary Biology Primer II: Reproductive StrategyReducing RapeReducing Street CrimeHelp on the HorizonWhen Evolutionary Learning Will Not HelpWhat Are We Likely to Do Tomorrow?Select BibliographyIndex Review "I was impressed by the care, balance and lucidity with which Beckstrom linked Darwinian evolutionary thought to the problem of dealing with relevant social problems. The book will open many peoples eyes to the possibilities that flow from an informed view of Darwinist thought on social issues. Yet, throughout Beckstrom is careful not to make inflated claims or applications. His admission of the limits of sociobiology is at once commendatory and wise."-Carl N. Degler Margaret Byrne Professor of American History Stanford University Promotional Evolutionary science, neo-Darwinism, evidences ways for influencing and channelling human behavior to reduce unacceptable conduct and to foster constructive outcomes. Long Description Beckstrom explores how discoveries in evolutionary science can help people achieve, but not establish, social goals. Beginning with the principle that human behavior is, to some degree, influenced by genetics, the author considers how conduct can be modified in large population groupings using identified behavioral mechanisms. Aid-giving behavior common to human populations is established as a key factor that is fundamental to an understanding of its flip side involving abuse and neglect. The universal objectives of reducing child abuse, rape, incest, and war are explicitly addressed, as are such areas as intestate property distribution, street crime reduction, and the fostering or discouragement of patriotism. This book is a clear treatment of what practical implications neo-Darwinism can have for contemporary societies. Promotional "Headline" Evolutionary science, neo-Darwinism, evidences ways for influencing and channelling human behavior to reduce unacceptable conduct and to foster constructive outcomes. Details ISBN0275945685 Author John H. Beckstrom Pages 184 Year 1993 ISBN-10 0275945685 ISBN-13 9780275945688 Format Hardcover Subtitle Evolutionary Paths to Social Goals Country of Publication United States Illustrations bibliography, index Publication Date 1993-08-23 Place of Publication Westport Imprint Praeger Publishers Inc Short Title DARWINISM APPLIED Language English Media Book DEWEY 575.01 UK Release Date 1993-08-23 NZ Release Date 1993-08-23 US Release Date 1993-08-23 Audience Age 7-17 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Series Human Evolution, Behavior, and Intelligence Audience Undergraduate AU Release Date 1993-08-22 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:6969795;

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