Hypocrisy: Why do People Often say One Thing and do Another?
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Exploring the Evolution of Hypocrisy through History and Literature
This chapter explores the historical development and diverse understandings of hypocrisy, tracing its origins in Greek theatre to its present-day connotations of feigning a false persona. It highlights the role of urbanization and commercialism in fostering hypocrisy, as well as its portrayal in literary works and endorsement as a political strategy by figures like Machiavelli.
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