The Social Contract by Robert Ardrey
A Personal Inquiry into the Evolutionary Sources of Order and Disorder
This book delves into the intricate relationship between human behavior and evolutionary biology, exploring how our primal instincts shape societal structures and interpersonal dynamics. It challenges the notion of humans as purely rational beings, suggesting that our social contracts are deeply influenced by inherited animalistic traits. Through a blend of scientific research and philosophical inquiry, the work offers a compelling argument for understanding human society through the lens of our evolutionary past, highlighting the tension between our innate desires and the constructs of modern civilization.
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- Published
- 1762
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- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-450
- Original Language
- English
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