Human Nature and the Social Order

Human Nature and the Social Order by Charles Horton Cooley is a comprehensive study of the larger mind and social organization. The book delves into the evolutionary perspective of human life exploring the interplay between heredity and social environment. Cooley discusses the concept of instinct and its role in human behavior emphasizing the teachable nature of human emotions and dispositions. The book also addresses the importance of reason in guiding and organizing instinctive energies for adaptive behavior. Through a historical and sociological lens Cooley examines the complexities of human nature and the dynamic interplay between innate tendencies and social influences. The book offers insights into the complexities of human behavior and the factors that shape individual and collective actions.