What is our place in the universe? Why are we here? Ten Theories of Human Nature, Fifth Edition, is an introduction to some of the most influential theories in Western and Eastern thought that attempt to answer these and other existential questions. BL A concise and accessible introduction to Eastern and Western theories of human nature BL Features the theories of Confucianism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Plato, Aristotle, the Bible, Kant, Marx, Sartre, and Darwinism BL Offers a parallel structure among chapters to allow for easy comparison and analysis of theories BL Includes an introduction that invites readers to careful, critical thought about human nature and a Conclusion that suggests a way to synthesize the various theories BL With a Historical Interlude mini-chapter summarizing the history of ideas from the Stoics to the Enlightenment BL Invites readers to think for themselves and critically evaluate various theories BL Ideal for introductory courses in human nature, philosophy, religious studies and intellectual history