• ISBN13: 9789353285814
• Binding: Paperback
• Subject: Sociology and Anthropology
• Publisher: Sage Publications
• Publisher Imprint: Sage Select
• Publication Date: April 16, 2019
• Pages: 244
• Original Price: 450.0 INR
• Language: English
• Edition: N/A
• Item Weight: 500 grams

About the Book Why do people really give?<br /> Does giving indicate a kind heart?<br /> Is altruism about feeling good or is there more to it?<br /> <br /> We regularly see numerous displays of altruistic behaviour and instances of philanthropy, where the beneficiaries are often complete strangers. We cannot understand philanthropy without considering the motivation for giving: Why people give, their beliefs and, more importantly, the realization that in giving we receive.<br /> <br /> This book is passionately argued, deeply researched and full of indelible stories of real people. The authors build a case for altruism and the urgent need for empathy in an increasingly self-centred and materialistic world.<br /> <br /> Through stories drawn from real life, this book will change how we look at the act of giving. It shows that each one of us can bring about a change, if only we have the will. We don't have to wait for governments or big corporations to act because the power lies within us--we can be the catalysts.<br />