A topic ignored in mainstream scientific inquiry for decades, wisdom is beginning to return to the place of reverence that it held in ancient schools of intellectual study. A Handbook of Wisdom explores wisdom's promise for helping scholars and lay people to understand the apex of human thought and behavior. At a time when poor choices are being made by notably intelligent and powerful individuals, this book presents analysis and review on a form of reasoning and decision-making that is not only productive and prudent, but also serves a beneficial purpose for society. A Handbook of Wisdom is a collection of chapters from some of the most prominent scholars in the field of wisdom research. Written from multiple perspectives, including psychology, philosophy, and religion, this book gives the reader an in-depth understanding of wisdom's past, present, and possible future direction within literature, science, and society.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
ISBN-13
9780521834018
eBay Product ID (ePID)
95019620
Product Key Features
Author
Robert Sternberg, Jennifer Jordan
Publication Name
A Handbook of Wisdom: Psychological Perspectives
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Subject
Psychology
Publication Year
2005
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
406 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
229mm
Item Width
152mm
Item Weight
770g
Additional Product Features
Editor
Robert Sternberg, Jennifer Jordan
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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