Bad Men

Name: Bad Men
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SKU: 9781472146359
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The Hidden Roots of Sexual Deception, Harassment and Assault

By David Buss

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Bad Men by David Buss explores the darker aspects of human nature through the lens of evolutionary psychology. The book delves into the motivations behind male violence and other destructive behaviours, drawing on scientific research to offer insights into why these tendencies have evolved. Buss aims to equip readers with a better understanding of these behaviours and how society can address and mitigate their impact.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the darker aspects of human nature and the science behind male aggression. With insights from evolutionary psychology, it delves into why some men commit heinous acts and explores the patterns and motivations behind such behaviours.

Bad Men

Leading evolutionary psychologist David M. Buss provides a unified new theory of sexual conflict and shows how its battles play out in the barroom, the bedroom and the boardroom.

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Sexual conflict permeates ancient religions, from injunctions about thy neighbour's wife to the sexual obligations of marriage. It is etched in written laws that dictate who can and cannot have sex with whom. Its manifestations shape our sexual morality, evoking approving accolades or contemptuous condemnation. It produces sexual double standards that flourish even in the most sexually egalitarian cultures on earth.

And although every person alive struggles with sexual conflict, most of us see only the tip of the iceberg: dating deception, a politician's unsavoury grab, the slow crumbling of a once-happy marriage, a romantic breakup that turns nasty.

Bad Men shows that this "battle of the sexes" is deeper and far more pervasive than anyone has recognised, revealing the hidden roots of sexual conflict—roots that originated over deep evolutionary time—which characterise our sexual psychology. Providing novel insights into our minds and behaviours, Bad Men presents a unifying new theory of sexual conflict and offers practical advice for men and women seeking to avoid it.

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Bad Men by David Buss is highly praised for its insightful exploration of the roots of sexual conflict between men and women, grounded in evolutionary biology and psychology. The book is lauded for its rigorous scientific approach, bringing a fresh perspective to understanding sexual aggression, and the differences in mating strategies. It is considered both an engaging read and an enlightening resource for addressing and minimising sexual violence, making it particularly relevant for current discussions around these issues.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472146359

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 August 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Robinson

Illustration: 2 b/w illustrations

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

David M. Buss is professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin and a past president of the Human Behavior and Evolution Society. He is the author of several books including THE EVOLUTION OF DESIRE, THE DANGEROUS PASSION, THE MURDERER NEXT DOOR, and WHY WOMEN HAVE SEX (co-authored with Dr. Cindy Meston). He has written for publications such as the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and Psychology Today, and he has made more than thirty television appearances on shows including CBS This Morning, ABC's 20/20, and NBC's Dateline and Today, among others. Buss has received numerous awards, which include the Distinguished Scientific Award for Early Career Contribution to Psychology by the American Psychological Association (APA), a Fellowship at the Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences at Stanford, and the G. Stanley Hall Award from the APA. Most recently, he received the Association for Psychological Science (APS) Mentor Award for Lifetime Achievement (2017) and has been cited as one of the 50 most influential psychologists in the world.

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