Hawley, Katherine

Trust: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

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ISBN 13:: 9780199697342
author:: Hawley, Katherine
format:: Paperback
publisher:: OUP Oxford
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2012
Pages:: 144
Dimensions:: 11.3 x 0.8 x 17.4 cm
Genre:: Health, Family & Lifestyle, Psychology & Psychiatry, Social & Developmental Psychology
Condition:: New
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Trust: A Very Short Introduction by Katherine Jane Hawley Trust is a fundamental aspect of our lives, yet it can be both essential and treacherous. Without trust, we cannot function in society or stay alive for long, but excessive trust can leave us vulnerable to exploitation and abuse. This book explores the key ideas about trust and distrust, drawing on philosophy, psychology, and evolutionary biology. Hawley examines the nature and importance of trusting and being trusted, from intimate relationships to our connection with the state. She also considers how trust stands at the center of many disciplines, including biology, psychology, and game theory. By exploring these questions, Hawley sheds light on the significance of trust in both personal and public spheres. Through a range of research, Hawley illuminates the importance of trust and its evolutionary aspects. This Very Short Introduction provides a comprehensive overview of this complex topic, making it an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the role of trust in our lives.

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