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Nonzero

The Logic of Human Destiny

by Robert Wright · 1999 · 435 pages

Jonathan Haidt
Jonathan Haidt
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Jonathan Haidt

About This Book

This book argues that biological and cultural evolution are driven by non-zero-sum interactions, where cooperation leads to mutually beneficial outcomes. Robert Wright traces history from primitive societies to globalized civilization to demonstrate an inherent trend toward increasing complexity. The text uses game theory to suggest that global interdependence and moral progress are directional and probable results of evolutionary processes.

Book Details

Published

1999

Pages

435

Language

en

ISBN

9780679442523

Awards & Recognition

New York Times Notable Book of the YearFortune Magazine's 75 Smartest Books

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Narrated by Kevin T. Collins

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