Human History at the Crossroads: Where Do We Go from Here

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The pathology of wars, violence, anger, and frustration is traced from the first hominids to our time. This book traces the history of our gradual alienation from nature, from our community, and from our own and other species. The author explains a theory of how having relinquished control of our lives to others, be it rulers, priests, or bosses, we have created a general malaise which has led to anger, frustration, and violence. Finally, optimistic solutions are offered.

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"An engagingly written, deeply compassionate quest to understand the dark side of collective human behavior, particularly the wanton cruelty and environmental destructiveness of modern man...This is [a] fascinating report--the findings and insights of a passionately concerned independent investigator that should resonate with all of us and deserve a huge audience. Bravissimo!"-Alex Shoumatoff Author Contributing editor, Vanity Fair magazine

Author Bio

E. HAUSEN is a Professor at the University of Quebec at Montreal in the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Science.