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The Lucifer Effect

The Lucifer Effect

HistoryPhilosophy
Pages
576
Published
2007
Language
English

Synopsis

Ever wondered how good people can do terrible things? Philip Zimbardo explores the dark side of human nature, revealing how situations and group dynamics can influence behavior. Through historical examples and his famous Stanford Prison Experiment, he shows how easily individuals can be led astray.

Prose complexity
7/10

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Thought-ProvokingDarkReflectiveIntellectual
Morally Grey

Genres

History Philosophy Politics Psychology Science Self-Help Sociology Self-Help & Psychology

About the author

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Philip G. Zimbardo

Philip G. Zimbardo is a psychologist whose work, including the influential book The Lucifer Effect, explores the power of situational forces on human behavior. He's a leading voice in social psychology, known for his research on conformity and obedience.