When Things Fall Apart
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Unmasking Human Nature: Beneath the Veneer
This chapter critically examines the belief that humans are inherently selfish and violent, using narratives like Batman and the Joker to illustrate the conflict between good and evil. It challenges the thin veneer theory, arguing that while civilization may seem to mask our primal instincts, true goodness can emerge even in chaotic times.
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