The Territorial Imperative: A Personal Inquiry Into The Animal Origins Of Property And Nations
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Robert Ardrey
Binding: Hardback
Published: Collins., 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Robert Ardrey's The Territorial Imperative presents a compelling argument for the biological roots of human behavior, specifically focusing on the innate drive for territory. This seminal work in ethology illustrates how patterns observed in the animal kingdom, from birds to primates, directly inform our understanding of property, conflict, and the formation of nations. Ardrey chronicles the profound influence of instinct on human society, challenging conventional sociological explanations with a provocative, interdisciplinary perspective. The text details the evolutionary pressures that shaped our territorial impulses, offering a controversial yet insightful look into the fundamental aspects of human nature. It argues that understanding these deep-seated biological imperatives is crucial for comprehending global politics and individual psychology.
Author: Robert Ardrey
Binding: Hardback
Published: Collins., 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Robert Ardrey's The Territorial Imperative presents a compelling argument for the biological roots of human behavior, specifically focusing on the innate drive for territory. This seminal work in ethology illustrates how patterns observed in the animal kingdom, from birds to primates, directly inform our understanding of property, conflict, and the formation of nations. Ardrey chronicles the profound influence of instinct on human society, challenging conventional sociological explanations with a provocative, interdisciplinary perspective. The text details the evolutionary pressures that shaped our territorial impulses, offering a controversial yet insightful look into the fundamental aspects of human nature. It argues that understanding these deep-seated biological imperatives is crucial for comprehending global politics and individual psychology.