Altruism
by Matthieu Ricard
A 900-page case that compassion is the key to personal, social and ecological problems, drawing on science, economics and contemplative traditions. Encyclopedic and sincere.
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you want the fullest argument for altruism as a practical force.
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Skip it if…
you want a short read.
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Three things you will actually use
- Altruism is natural and trainable.
- Selfishness is not rational.
- Compassion scales.
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Read the chapters on the science of compassion.
Our verdict
The case for altruism.
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