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Out Of Character: Surprising Truths About The Liar, Cheat, Sinner (and Saint) Lurking In All Of Us (2011)

by David DeSteno(Favorite Author)

3.67 of 5 Votes: 5

ISBN

0307717771 (ISBN13: 9780307717771)

languge

English

genre

Nonfiction

publisher

Harmony

review 1: This book is a worthwhile read for the amazing research studies it presents, however, the commentary wasn't particularly helpful. The authors assume that behaviour is determined completely by selfish motives increasing survival - depending on your spiritual beliefs, you may disagree. Again, though, fascinating research and I would recommend the book. As always, read critically and consider the moral implications the authors make.
review 2: View character as continuum on a scale instead of categorical. Authors mentioned many factors that may affect our character at different time. They attempted to persuade us that we can still have control over our character, however, the only effective method is to realize and understand the factors that might influence us. Pr... moreoviding a techniques that can applied in every situation is nearly impossible. less

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