Schadenfreude
Wilco W. van Dijk
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Schadenfreude
by Wilco W. van Dijk, Jaap W. Ouwerkerk
Published
2014
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
334
ISBN-13
9781316005828
Description
When someone suffers a mishap, a setback or a downfall, we sometimes find ourselves experiencing schadenfreude - an emotion defined as deriving pleasure from another's misfortune. Schadenfreude is a common experience and an emotion which is seemingly inherent to social being. This book offers a comprehensive summary of current theoretical and empirical work on schadenfreude from psychological, philosophical and other scientific perspectives. The chapters explore justice as an underlying motive for schadenfreude and the role social comparison processes and envy play in evoking pleasure at the misfortunes of others in interpersonal relations. Schadenfreude is also described as a common phenomenon in intergroup relations. This is a compelling volume on a fascinating subject matter that aims to increase our understanding of the nature of this emotion and the role it plays in social relations.
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How many pages are in Schadenfreude?
This edition of Schadenfreude has approximately 334 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 Schadenfreude?
For most readers, Schadenfreude typically takes between 6h 58m and 4h 38m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 83,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 34m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 83,500 words
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What is the word count of Schadenfreude?
The estimated word count for Schadenfreude is approximately 83,500 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.
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Who is the author of Schadenfreude?
Schadenfreude was written by Wilco W. van Dijk, Jaap W. Ouwerkerk.
When was Schadenfreude published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.