On Family Wealth: A Discourse Concerning Wealth Acquisition and Preservation, (Paperback)

Explore the intricate relationship between evolutionary psychology and wealth with insights from psychology, anthropology, and economics. Together we look at the primal instincts driving financial behaviours to gain a thorough understanding of the innate human tendencies that guide economic actions. Key topics include the evolutionary foundations of wealth, historical perspectives on wealth creation, the importance of reputation and social capital, mating strategies and economic behaviour, and the psychological mechanisms of wealth perception. This concise work offers an exploration of the human pursuit of prosperity. Whether you're a student of psychology, an economist, or simply curious about the origins of wealth, this text highlights the evolutionary strategies that continue to shape our economic landscape. It delves into parental investment and wealth transmission, social alliances and wealth preservation, risk-taking and innovation, competition and cooperation, cultural evolution and economic systems, and the interconnection between financial resources, health outcomes, and longevity, providing a comprehensive view of wealth from an evolutionary perspective.