Just Babies

In Just Babies, cognitive scientist Paul Bloom challenges the notion that humans are born as blank slates regarding morality, arguing instead that we are innately equipped with a sense of good and evil. Drawing on innovative research from Yale, he illustrates how even infants make moral judgments and demonstrate empathy, setting the stage for their moral development. While acknowledging the limitations of our inherent morality, Bloom explores how reason and imagination can help us transcend biases and complexities in our moral landscape. This engaging exploration combines insights from various fields and cultural references, offering a fresh perspective on the evolution of human morality.