The hypocrisy trap : how changing what we criticize can improve our lives / Michael Hallsworth.
| Author/creator | Hallsworth, Michael author. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | Cambridge, Massachusetts : The MIT Press, [2025] |
| Description | viii, 278 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Introduction -- Part I. Building the trap : what we get wrong about hypocrisy and why it matters. The drive to criticize ; The real impact of hypocrisy -- Part II. Understanding the trap : how hypocrisy really works. A brief history of thinking about hypocrisy ; New insights into hypocrisy ; Inconsistency ; Injustice ; Benefits ; Double-standards hypocrisy ; The map of hypocrisy -- Part III. Escaping the trap : what we can do. Taking a different view of hypocrisy ; Politics ; Business ; Relationships ; The way forward. |
| Abstract | "This book offers the first accessible mass-market book that explains why hypocrisy matters, what causes us to react the way we do and how we can see it more clearly in our daily lives"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Abstract | "In our increasingly distrusting and polarized nations, accusations of hypocrisy are everywhere. But the strange truth is that our attempts to stamp out hypocrisy often backfire, creating what Michael Hallsworth calls the hypocrisy trap. In this groundbreaking book, he shows how our relentless drive to expose inconsistency between words and deeds can actually breed more hypocrisy or, worse, cynicism that corrodes democracy itself. Through engaging stories and original research, Hallsworth shows that not all hypocrisy is equal. While some forms genuinely destroy trust and create harm, others reflect the inevitable compromises of human nature and complex societies. The Hypocrisy Trap offers practical solutions: ways to increase our own consistency, navigate accusations wisely, and change how we judge others' actions. Hallsworth vividly shows that we can imporve our politics, businesses, and personal relationships if we rethink hypocrisy - soon" -- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Issued in other form | Online version http://id.loc.gov/entities/relationships/onlineversion Hallsworth, Michael Hypocrisy trap Cambridge, Massachusetts : The MIT Press, [2025] 9780262384988 |
| LCCN | 2025000342 |
| ISBN | 9780262050944 hardcover |
| ISBN | 0262050943 hardcover |
| ISBN | electronic publication |
| ISBN | electronic book |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | BJ1535 .H8 H35 2025 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |