![The Better Angels of Our Nature: A History of Violence and Humanity [Paperback] Pinker, Steven](http://retailmaharaj.com/cdn/shop/files/7159l4ShI-L.jpg?v=1729495116&width=1500)
The Better Angels of Our Nature: A History of Violence and Humanity [Paperback] Pinker, Steven
- Regular price
-
Rs.974.00 - Regular price
-
Rs.1,299.00 - Sale price
-
Rs.974.00
Couldn't load pickup availability
Description
Author: Steven Pinker
Brand: Penguin
Color: White
Binding: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 1056
Release Date: 24-05-2017
Part Number: 19850408
Details: This title is shortlisted for the Samuel Johnson Prize 2012. This acclaimed book by Steven Pinker, author of "The Language Instinct" and "The Blank Slate", argues that, contrary to popular belief, humankind has become progressively less violent, over millenia and decades. Can violence really have declined? The images of conflict we see daily on our screens from around the world suggest this is an almost obscene claim to be making. Extraordinarily, however, Steven Pinker shows violence within and between societies - both murder and warfare - really has declined from prehistory to today.
We are much less likely to die at someone else's hands than ever before. Even the horrific carnage of the last century, when compared to the dangers of pre - state societies, is part of this trend. Debunking both the idea of the 'noble savage' and an over - simplistic Hobbesian notion of a 'nasty, brutish and short' life, Steven Pinker argues that modernity and its cultural institutions are actually making us better people. "One of the most important books I've read - not just this yearbut ever...For me, what's most important about "The Better Angels of Our Nature" are its insights into how to help achieve positive outcomes.
How can we encourage a less violent, more just society, particularly for the poor? Steven Pinker shows us ways we can make those positive trajectories a little more likely. That's a contribution, not just to historical scholarshipbut to the world". (Bill Gates). "Brilliant, mind - altering...Everyone should read this astonishing book". (David Runciman, "Guardian"). "A supremely important book. To have command of so much research, spread across so many different fields, is a masterly achievement. Pinker convincingly demonstrates that there has been a dramatic decline in violence and he is persuasive about the causes of that decline". (Peter Singer, "New York Times"). "[A] sweeping new review of the history of human violence...[Pinker has] the kind of academic superbrain that can translate otherwise impenetrable statistics into a meaningful narrative of human behaviour ...impeccable scholarship". (Tony Allen - Mills, "Sunday Times"). "Written in Pinker's distinctively entertaining and clear personal style...a marvellous synthesis of science, history and storytelling". (Clive Cookson, "Financial Times"). "Pinker's scholarhsip is astounding ...flawless ...masterful".
(Joanna Bourke, "The Times"). Steven Pinker is the Johnstone Family Professor in the Department of Psychology at Harvard University. Until 2003, he taught in the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at MIT. He conducts research on language and cognition, writes for publications such as "The New York Times", "Time" and "Slate" and is the author of six books, including "The Language Instinct", "How the Mind Works", "The Blank Slate" and "The Stuff of Thought".
EAN: 9780141034645
Package Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.2 x 2.2 inches
Languages: English
![The Better Angels of Our Nature: A History of Violence and Humanity [Paperback] Pinker, Steven](http://retailmaharaj.com/cdn/shop/files/7159l4ShI-L.jpg?v=1729495116&width=3840)
FAQ's
Q: How to place orders at www.retailmaharaj.com?
A: Steps to place an order:
- Search the items which you want to order.
- Add those items to your "Shopping Cart".
- After reviewing your shopping cart, click on "Proceed to Checkout".
- You'll be prompted to enter your details like email, mobile number and address. If you are already registered with retailmaharaj.com, you will have the option to Log in. You can login using your registered credentials.
- Enter the address where you want to receive your order/select the Pickup store as per the availability by searching in the available criteria.
- Select the payment method, add the details and click on "Continue".
- Review your order and click on "Place your Order" button and Pay to complete the transaction.
Q: How to change quantity of orders in the cart?
A: To change the quantity for items you have not yet added to the cart:
Once you click on the "Add to Cart" button and add the item to your shopping cart, enter the desired quantity in the "Quantity" dropdown option on the right side of the page.
To change the quantity for items already added to the cart:
Go to Cart, click on the quantity dropdown box to the right of the title and choose the desired quantity. The quantity number for the item and order amount will be updated automatically.
If the entered quantity is not available with us, you can contact us at our WhatsApp number +91-8468865271.
Q: How to place Bulk Orders?
A: If you want to place bulk orders, we will encourage you to contact us directly. On bulk orders we will also provide you with additional discount. Contact details for bulk order is WhatsApp number +91-8468865271 and email id is retail.maharaj@gmail.com.
Q: Why am I unable to place orders?
A: This could be due to the following issues:
- Check if there is a Payment is declined.
- The item you have selected is out of stock.
- There is some technical or internet connectivity issue.
- Undeliverable to selected location/pincode.
- Check if there is a quantity limit.
Even if you feel none of the issues mentioned above is a reason for you not able to place orders. Just WhatsApp us at our WhatsApp number +91-8468865271. We will help you in placing the orders.
Q: Do we offer Cash on Delivery?
A: As of now, we are unable to offer the COD option. There have been instances where it has been seen that the customer places the order in COD mode and do not accept the package when the logistic people tries to handover it to them. Because of this we have to pay forward and backward shipping fees to the logistic partner and finally we incur a huge amount of loss.
Q: How to place gift orders?
A: After you have added the products to your cart and is at Checkout page. You will see a box below product details as "Order Special Instructions". You can mention there, if you would like to send the order as a gift to the addressee. We will pack it accordingly and will ship it a gift to your dear ones. The gift packaging service can be availed at just ₹30.
Q: Can I change or modify orders that are already placed?
A: We will try our best to honour your request in modifying the quantity or modifying the address. But the same change won't be possible if the product is shipped. Therefore, contact us immediately for any mistake you might have done while placing the orders.
Q: I ordered a wrong item. How can I stop the order?
A: If you feel you have placed order for a wrong item. You have the option to cancel it but the cancellation won't be possible if the product is shipped.
Q: How to cancel orders?
A: You can cancel items or orders by contacting our customer care at our WhatsApp number +91-8468865271 and email id is retail.maharaj@gmail.com.
Q: Can I return my order?
A: Yes, you can return the order purchased from retailmaharaj.com. We understand preference and circumstances may change and sometime you may wish to return some items. If the product delivered is not what you had purchased or is damaged during transit. We will provide replacement without any questions asked. However, we will request our customers not to return product without any valid reason.
Q: How will I get refunded for the returned orders?
A: Refunds will be issued through your preferred payment method (except cash transfers) or as coupons, as per your choice.
- In the case of NEFT, it would take 3 to 5 business days post refund initiation to refund your amount.
- For prepaid orders, the amount will be credited to your account through which the payment was made. It may take 7-10 business days for the amount to reflect in your account.
Q: When will I get my refund?
A: Please allow us 10 to 15 days from the day you request a return/exchange for your request to be processed. We may contact you to ascertain the damage or defect in the product before issuing a refund/replacement.
Q: I have received a damaged/defective or wrong product in my order, how should I proceed?
A: You can request a return/exchange by contacting our customer care. Please indicate whether you are looking for a return or exchange, provide the reason for return/exchange, and include up to 5 images of the product.
Please allow us 5 to 7 days from the day you request a return/exchange for your request to be processed. We may contact you to ascertain the damage or defect in the book(s) prior to issuing refund/replacement.
In case you have received the wrong product, we request you to keep the product safe and undamaged. Also, retain the invoice and the packaging for successful pick-up and return.
Q: Can I place orders from outside India?
A: Yes, we cater our customers from all across the world. You can place orders from any part of the world. In fact, our mission is to make products available from India to all the customers from across the globe at ease.
