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Joseph HenrichEconomics · Politics
The WEIRDest People in the World
This book explores how a specific set of psychological traits, often found in Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic (WEIRD) societies, came to dominate the world. It delves into the historical, psychological, and evolutionary roots of these traits, examining their profound impact on human societies and institutions. The author presents a comprehensive argument for how these unique psychological patterns have shaped global development.