“We live in a war of two antagonistic ethical philosophies, the ethical policy taught in the books and schools, and the success policy.”
Quote by William Graham Sumner
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Folkways: A Study of Mores, Manners, Customs and Morals
This book delves into the various aspects of human social conduct, exploring the underlying principles that govern mores, manners, customs, and morals across different societies. more
Author
William Graham Sumner
William Graham Sumner was an influential American political scientist born on October 30, 1840, and died on April 12, 1910. He was a leading figure in social Darwinism and had a profound impact on American political thought from the late 19th to the early 20th century. more
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