The Lucifer Effect
"The Lucifer Effect" by Philip Zimbardo explores the psychological mechanisms that can lead ordinary individuals to commit acts of evil. Drawing from the infamous Stanford prison experiment, Zimbardo delves into the environmental, situational, and systemic influences that drive behavior, challenging the notion of inherent human goodness. This work highlights how social and institutional contexts can change perceptions and actions, suggesting that anyone is capable of moral transgression under certain conditions. Through a blend of narrative, analysis, and ethical reflection, Zimbardo emphasizes the importance of understanding these dynamics to prevent future atrocities and promote moral responsibility.
(Paperback condition used very good published 2008)
"The Lucifer Effect" by Philip Zimbardo explores the psychological mechanisms that can lead ordinary individuals to commit acts of evil. Drawing from the infamous Stanford prison experiment, Zimbardo delves into the environmental, situational, and systemic influences that drive behavior, challenging the notion of inherent human goodness. This work highlights how social and institutional contexts can change perceptions and actions, suggesting that anyone is capable of moral transgression under certain conditions. Through a blend of narrative, analysis, and ethical reflection, Zimbardo emphasizes the importance of understanding these dynamics to prevent future atrocities and promote moral responsibility.
(Paperback condition used very good published 2008)
"The Lucifer Effect" by Philip Zimbardo explores the psychological mechanisms that can lead ordinary individuals to commit acts of evil. Drawing from the infamous Stanford prison experiment, Zimbardo delves into the environmental, situational, and systemic influences that drive behavior, challenging the notion of inherent human goodness. This work highlights how social and institutional contexts can change perceptions and actions, suggesting that anyone is capable of moral transgression under certain conditions. Through a blend of narrative, analysis, and ethical reflection, Zimbardo emphasizes the importance of understanding these dynamics to prevent future atrocities and promote moral responsibility.
(Paperback condition used very good published 2008)
