Human Traits and their Social Significance by Irwin Edman
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| Author | Edman, Irwin, 1896-1954 |
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| Title | Human Traits and their Social Significance |
| Note | Reading ease score: 47.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Robert J. Hall |
| Summary | "Human Traits and their Social Significance" by Irwin Edman is an academic work exploring the interplay of innate human behaviors and their impacts on society, written in the early 20th century. The book provides insights into the fundamental aspects of human nature, including instincts, habits, and emotional responses, and how these elements shape social interactions and institutions. It is aimed at students and general readers alike, offering a comprehensive overview of social psychology and the philosophical implications of human traits in shaping civilization. The opening portion introduces the book as a foundation for a course at Columbia University, emphasizing the inquiry into human nature and civilization. The author discusses the evolution of human traits, beginning with instinctive behaviors and moving towards the learned responses that facilitate societal functioning. Key points in this section include the extensive variety of instincts humans possess, the unique ability to communicate through language, and the importance of habit formation in education and social stability. Edman highlights the necessity of understanding these traits to navigate contemporary social challenges, setting the stage for deeper explorations of behavior and societal organization. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HM: Social sciences: Sociology |
| Subject | Social psychology |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22306 |
| Release Date | Aug 13, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 241 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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