A Pack of Lies: Towards a Sociology of Lying (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521459785)

Defining lies as statements that are intended to deceive, this book considers the contexts in which people tell lies and explores the consequences. The author looks at societies with distinctive religious and ethical traditions where lying is the norm. He also shows how children acquire the capacity to lie at an early age, and learn when it is appropriate to do so. In conclusion, Professor Barnes argues that people are inclined to tell the truth, for apart from the question of morality, there are pragmatic reasons for doing so.

Author: J. A. Barnes
ISBN-10: 0521459788
ISBN-13: 9780521459785
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 06/09/1994
Pages: 216
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.74lbs
Size: 9.20h x 6.08w x 0.53d