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Collision of Wills
How Ambiguity about Social Rank Breeds Conflict
Book • 2003
In 'Collision of Wills', Roger V. Gould argues that human conflict is more likely to occur in symmetrical relationships among friends or social equals rather than in hierarchical ones.
He explores various examples, including everyday disagreements and historical conflicts, to demonstrate how the desire for superiority can lead to violence.
The book offers a provocative perspective on the role of social rank in fostering conflict.
He explores various examples, including everyday disagreements and historical conflicts, to demonstrate how the desire for superiority can lead to violence.
The book offers a provocative perspective on the role of social rank in fostering conflict.
