“Kindliness seems to exist primarily as an animal instinct, so deeply rooted that mental degeneracy, which works from the top down,does not destroy it until the mind sinks to the lower grades of idiocy.”
Quote by Charles Horton Cooley
Work
Human Nature and the Social Order
This book delves into the intricate connections between individual psychology and the organization of human societies, analyzing how human nature shapes social systems and institutions. more
Author
Charles Horton Cooley
Charles Horton Cooley was an American sociologist born on August 17, 1864, and died on May 7, 1929. His research focused on social interaction and the relationship between individuals and society, particularly through his symbolic interaction theory to explore this field. Cooley's work had a profound impact on the development of sociological theory. more
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