Altruism and Altruistic Love: Science, Philosophy, and Religion in Dialogue

by Lynn Underwood, Jeffrey P. Schloss, Stephen G. Post, et al.

Book Overview

The concept of altruism, or disinterested concern for another's welfare, has been discussed by everyone from theologians to psychologists to biologists. In this book, evolutionary, neurological, developmental, psychological, social, cultural, and religious aspects of altruistic behavior are
examined. It is a collaborative examination of one of humanity's essential and defining characteristics by renowned researchers from various disciplines. Their...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195143582
• ISBN13: 9780195143584
• Release Date: March 2002
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 522 Pages
• Weight: 2.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.3" x 9.6"