Rational Lives
Dennis Chong
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Rational Lives
by Dennis Chong
Published
2014
Publisher
University of Chicago Press
Pages
305
ISBN-13
9781283078306
Description
"Rational Lives is a study of value formation and change, group identification, and conflict over social norms and lifestyles. Most scholars who study value conflicts have resisted rational choice approaches to the subject on the grounds that social conflict between groups is best explained by expressive motives and other "nonrational" factors. In contrast to this view, Dennis Chong shows that a single model that combines economic and sociological mechanisms can explain how people make decisions across both cultural and economic realms. He argues that the investments we make in the norms and values of our communities reflect the influence of our psychological dispositions, as well as the social and material costs and benefits of the options we face."--BOOK JACKET.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Rational Lives?
This edition of Rational Lives has approximately 305 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Rational Lives?
For most readers, Rational Lives typically takes between 6h 21m and 4h 14m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 76,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 5m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 76,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Rational Lives?
The estimated word count for Rational Lives is approximately 76,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Rational Lives?
Rational Lives was written by Dennis Chong.
When was Rational Lives published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.