Habit And Instinct (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425493165)

Habit and Instinct is a book written by C. Lloyd Morgan that explores the concepts of habit and instinct in animals and humans. The author delves into the nature of these two phenomena, their origins, and how they relate to each other. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on habit and the second on instinct.In the first part, Morgan examines the role of habit in shaping behavior and how it can be cultivated and modified. He explores the different types of habits, from simple reflexes to complex learned behaviors, and discusses the ways in which habits can be formed and reinforced. The author also examines the relationship between habit and intelligence, arguing that habits can sometimes be a hindrance to learning and problem-solving.In the second part of the book, Morgan turns his attention to instinct, which he defines as ""inherited habits."" He explores the origins of instinct in the animal kingdom, discussing the ways in which it has evolved over time and how it is expressed in different species. He also examines the role of instinct in human behavior, arguing that while humans have a greater capacity for learning and adaptation than other animals, instinct still plays an important role in shaping our behavior and responses.Throughout the book, Morgan draws on examples from the natural world to illustrate his points, from the behavior of birds and insects to the habits of domesticated animals. He also discusses the implications of his findings for psychology, philosophy, and other fields. Overall, Habit and Instinct is a thought-provoking exploration of two fundamental aspects of behavior that continue to shape our understanding of the animal kingdom and ourselves.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: C. Lloyd Morgan
ISBN-10: 1425493165
ISBN-13: 9781425493165
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/05/2006
Pages: 364
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.17lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d