Spite

In Spite, psychologist Simon McCarthy-Jones explores the surprising role of petty revenge and spite in human thriving, arguing that these seemingly useless feelings are actually fundamental to our sense of fairness and social development. He presents the idea that spite is not just about personal enmity but a core instinct that has shaped the rise of civilizations, religions, and moral codes. This provocative and engaging book invites readers to reconsider the darker impulses that drive human behavior and their importance in our collective history.