The Selfish Altruist

The Selfish Altruist
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Publisher : Earthscan
Total Pages : 252
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ISBN-10 : 1849774307
ISBN-13 : 9781849774307
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Book Synopsis The Selfish Altruist by : Tony Vaux

Download or read book The Selfish Altruist written by Tony Vaux and published by Earthscan. This book was released on 2013 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides an analysis of some of the most traumatic situations involving famine and war of the last two decades, helping us to understand what it takes to be an aid worker and how important humanitarian action is today. Famine and war evoke strong emotional reactions, and for most people there is a limited amount they can do. But the relief worker has to convert emotional responses into practical action and difficult choices - whom to help and how. Their own feelings have to motivate action for others. But can they separate out their own selfish feelings and prejudices in such an emotive climat.


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