02206cam a22003013u 4500 22306 UtSlPG 20260610133520.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 HM Edman, Irwin, 1896-1954 Human Traits and their Social Significance Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-08-13 Produced by Robert J. Hall "Human Traits and their Social Significance" by Irwin Edman is an academic work exploring the interplay of innate human behaviors and their impacts on society, written in the early 20th century. The book provides insights into the fundamental aspects of human nature, including instincts, habits, and emotional responses, and how these elements shape social interactions and institutions. It is aimed at students and general readers alike, offering a comprehensive overview of social psychology and the philosophical implications of human traits in shaping civilization. The opening portion introduces the book as a foundation for a course at Columbia University, emphasizing the inquiry into human nature and civilization. The author discusses the evolution of human traits, beginning with instinctive behaviors and moving towards the learned responses that facilitate societal functioning. Key points in this section include the extensive variety of instincts humans possess, the unique ability to communicate through language, and the importance of habit formation in education and social stability. Edman highlights the necessity of understanding these traits to navigate contemporary social challenges, setting the stage for deeper explorations of behavior and societal organization. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Social psychology https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22306 63450 63450