Just Following Orders

Discover the thought-provoking insights of Just Following Orders by Emilie A. Caspar, published by Cambridge University Press in 2024. This compelling hardback, spanning 261 pages, delves into the dark side of human behavior, exploring how the simple act of obeying orders has led to unimaginable tragedies throughout history.

By integrating cutting-edge research in social and cognitive neuroscience with harrowing accounts from those who have committed acts of genocide, Caspar illuminates the complex brain mechanisms that drive ordinary individuals to perform extraordinary acts of violence. This book is accessible to all readers, requiring no prior knowledge of neuroscience, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the psychological underpinnings of obedience and morality.

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