The Social Instinct

Unlock the profound mysteries of why cooperation is vital to our existence with 'The Social Instinct.' This compelling paperback, published in 2021 by Random House UK, explores the intricate tapestry of social behavior across species, delving into the evolutionary roots of cooperation that shape our societies today. With 304 pages of rich insights, author Nichola Raihani illuminates the remarkable connections between human interactions and those in the animal kingdom. Whether examining the cooperative behaviors of pied babblers in the Kalahari or the social dynamics of cleaner fish in the Great Barrier Reef, this book reveals how these relationships define our ecological success and humanity. Discover why familial bonds exist, the role of grandmothers, and the complexities of jealousy and trust. In a time marked by global challenges, this thought-provoking read offers essential perspectives on collaboration and community. Ideal for those passionate about sociology, psychology, and biology, 'The Social Instinct' invites readers on a journey through the evolutionary science of cooperation. Benefit from FREE shipping on this enlightening paperback that promises to reshape your understanding of what it means to be human.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781787332058
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 304


Description:
Why cooperate? This may be the most important scientific question we have ever, and will ever, face.

The science of cooperation tells us not only how we got here, but also where we might end up. Cooperation explains how strands of DNA gave rise to modern-day nation states. It defines our extraordinary ecological success as well as many of the most surprising features of what make us human- not only why we live in families, why we have grandmothers and why women experience the menopause, but also why we become paranoid and jealous, and why we cheat.

Nichola Raihani also introduces us to other species who, like us, live and work together. From the pied babblers of the Kalahari to the cleaner fish of the Great Barrier Reef, they happen to be some of the most fascinating and extraordinarily successful species on this planet. What do we have in common with these other species, and what is it that sets us apart?

Written at a time of global pandemic, when the challenges and importance of cooperation have never been greater, The Social Instinct is an exhilarating, far-reaching and thought-provoking journey through all life on Earth, with profound insights into what makes us human and how our societies work.


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