The Better Angels of Our Nature

Pages: 106
Published: 2010
Language: English

Contrary to popular belief, we might be living in the most peaceful era in human history. Steven Pinker challenges the notion that violence is an inherent part of human nature, presenting evidence that it has actually declined over millennia. This book explores the psychological and historical factors that have led to this surprising trend, suggesting that our 'better angels' have indeed begun to prevail.

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Steven Pinker

Steven Arthur "Steve" Pinker is a Canadian-born American cognitive scientist, psychologist, linguist, and popular science author. He is Johnstone Family Professor in the Department of Psychology at Harvard University, and is known for his advocacy of evolutionary psychology and the computational theory of mind.