That Complex Whole: Culture And The Evolution Of Human Behavior by Cronk, Lee (1999) Paperback

by Lee Cronk

Our understanding of the evolution of human behavior has grown enormously over the past few decades, and an increasing number of behavioral and social scientists are making use of evolutionary theory in their work to shed light on issues ranging from marriage and parenting to the study of mental illness. The success of this research program is thre

Genres: Psychology, Evolution, Anthropology

Paperback

First published August 12, 1999

Reviews

[Patricia Veinott · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is a bit on the older side now (published in 1999), so a lot of the ideas didn't feel new. That being said, it's still relevant and not outdated. It's a good primer on evolution and behavior and quite readable.

[Riversue · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting look at culture and the evolution of human behaviour but it seemed a little brief and incomplete. Well written.

[Alya AlShaibani · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.75

[Eliza · Rating 5 out of 5]

A different approach to Anthropology...

The author is not going into a depth study of one tribe, but tries to explain that the same principles affect all human cultures. He also points out how anthropology should be more open to include other sciences to understand Human Behavior.
It was an interesting read, not like normal textbooks. I recommend it.

[Corinne · Rating 3 out of 5]

I actually found this to be quite interesting and enjoyable.