Work, Love, and Learning in Utopia

Equality Reimagined

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Anthropology, Sociology
Cover of the book Work, Love, and Learning in Utopia by Martin Schoenhals, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Martin Schoenhals ISBN: 9781351000291
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: December 7, 2018
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Martin Schoenhals
ISBN: 9781351000291
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: December 7, 2018
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

Work, Love, and Learning in Utopia breathes new life into the age-old human preoccupation with how to create a happier society. With a fascinating mix of research from cross-cultural psychology, macro history, and evolutionary biology, the book gives new credibility to the advocacy of radical equality.

The author, a psychological anthropologist, argues that the negative emotions of sadness, anger, and fear evolved in tandem with hierarchy, while happiness evolved separately and in connection to prosociality and compassion. The book covers a wide range of human concerns, from economics and education, to media and communication, to gender and sexuality. It breaks new boundaries with its scope, arguing that equality of love is as important and possible as is economic equality. Its argument is provocative yet practical, and each chapter ends with concrete proposals that invite dialogue with any student of policy.

Written in an easily accessible style, this book will appeal to anyone who has ever puzzled over how our social world could be remade. In particular, it will be very useful to students and scholars of anthropology, sociology, and psychology.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Work, Love, and Learning in Utopia breathes new life into the age-old human preoccupation with how to create a happier society. With a fascinating mix of research from cross-cultural psychology, macro history, and evolutionary biology, the book gives new credibility to the advocacy of radical equality.

The author, a psychological anthropologist, argues that the negative emotions of sadness, anger, and fear evolved in tandem with hierarchy, while happiness evolved separately and in connection to prosociality and compassion. The book covers a wide range of human concerns, from economics and education, to media and communication, to gender and sexuality. It breaks new boundaries with its scope, arguing that equality of love is as important and possible as is economic equality. Its argument is provocative yet practical, and each chapter ends with concrete proposals that invite dialogue with any student of policy.

Written in an easily accessible style, this book will appeal to anyone who has ever puzzled over how our social world could be remade. In particular, it will be very useful to students and scholars of anthropology, sociology, and psychology.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Corporate Finance: The Basics by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book Realism Discourse and Deconstruction by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book New Woman Fiction, 1881-1899, Part II vol 5 by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book Perspectives on Nationalism and War by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book The Franks in the Aegean by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book Inflation and Unemployment by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book Experiences of Poverty in Late Medieval and Early Modern England and France by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book Individuation and Narcissism by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book Globalism, Localism and Identity by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book Reimagining Society in 18th Century French Literature by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book Kinship, population and social reproduction in the 'new Indonesia' by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book Encyclopedia of Animal Rights and Animal Welfare by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book Women in Music by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book Taking Ethics Seriously by Martin Schoenhals
Cover of the book Cyborg Citizen by Martin Schoenhals
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy