Nicholas A. Christakis
What’s inside
Blueprint explores the genetic foundations that shape human society and our predispositions towards kindness, compassion, and cooperation.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the evolutionary aspects of social behavior
- Gaining insights into the natural roots of cooperation and altruism
- Exploring the impact of social networks on individual and group behavior
- Challenging traditional views on the formation of societies
Key Points
- Genetic Basis for Human Social Behavior
- The Role of Natural Selection in Society Building
- The Cooperation Instinct Among Humans
- Evolution of Altruism and Goodness
- Impact of Social Networks on Evolution
- Challenges to the Evolutionary Perspective on Society
Who’s it For
- Social scientists
- Psychologists
- Evolutionary biologists
- Anthropologists
- General readers interested in human behavior
About the author
Nicholas A. Christakis is a sociologist and physician known for his research on social networks and the socio-biological determinants of behavior.