Social intelligence: from brain to culture / edited by Nathan Emery, Nicola Clayton and Chris Frith
Oxford; New York: Oxford University Press, 2008. 1st Oxford University Press Edition. Near fine copy in the original stiff-card wrappers; edges very slightly dust-dulled and toned. Remains particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Item #355293
Physical description: xiv, 445 pages: illustrations; 24 cm. Summary: The 'Social intelligence' hypothesis explores the idea that this cleverness has evolved through the increasing complexity of social groups. Our ability to understand and control nature is a by-product of our ability to understand the mental states of others and to use this knowledge to co-operate or deceive. This book brings together contributions from an impressive list of authorities in the field, appropriately concluding with a chapter by Nick Humphrey (one of the pioneers in this field). This volume examines social intelligence in many different animal species and explores its development,evolution and the brain systems upon which it depends. Better understanding and further development of social intelligence is critical for the future of the human race and the world that we inhabit. Our problems will not be solved by mere cleverness, but by increased social co-operation. Subjects: Social intelligence. Cognitive neuroscience. Social Behavior.
Price: €60.00