Abstract:
There is considerable evidence that the way we think and the manner we behave are programmed into our species. Many patterns of behavior in relation to aggression, sex, dominance, etc., can be traced from our animal ancestors to practically all human societies. These behavior patterns are undoubtedly products of natural selection, and expose many of our cultural endeavors as fundamental aspects of animal behavior. If you want to know why we place knick-knacks in our offices, why we kneel when we pray, why women use lipstick, or why cultured individuals sometimes commit atrocities, this book will give you the answers.