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David Sloan Wilson + Jonathan Haidt: Harnessing the Power of Evolution

Can humans harness the power of evolution? Evolutionary biologist David Sloan Wilson argues yes. In his new book, This View of Life, Wilson uses a series of engaging stories—from the breeding of hens, to the timing of cataract surgeries, to the organization of an automobile plant—to show us that if we can become wise managers of evolutionary processes, we can solve the problems of our age at all scales, from the efficacy of our groups, to our wellbeing as individuals, to our stewardship of planet Earth. He is joined by bestselling social psychologist Jonathan Haidt (The Coddling of the American Mind) to discuss the moral implications of failing to adapt to the fast-paced changes impacting our world and ourselves.

A book signing featuring both speakers will follow the talk.

Tickets: $28

Member Tickets: $22.40

Priority Tickets: $55

Priority Member Tickets: $44

Priority tickets include a copy of Wilson’s This View of Life.











When: Wed., Feb. 27, 2019 at 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Where: Rubin Museum of Art
150 W. 17th St.
212-620-5000
Price: $28
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Can humans harness the power of evolution? Evolutionary biologist David Sloan Wilson argues yes. In his new book, This View of Life, Wilson uses a series of engaging stories—from the breeding of hens, to the timing of cataract surgeries, to the organization of an automobile plant—to show us that if we can become wise managers of evolutionary processes, we can solve the problems of our age at all scales, from the efficacy of our groups, to our wellbeing as individuals, to our stewardship of planet Earth. He is joined by bestselling social psychologist Jonathan Haidt (The Coddling of the American Mind) to discuss the moral implications of failing to adapt to the fast-paced changes impacting our world and ourselves.

A book signing featuring both speakers will follow the talk.

Tickets: $28

Member Tickets: $22.40

Priority Tickets: $55

Priority Member Tickets: $44

Priority tickets include a copy of Wilson’s This View of Life.

Buy tickets/get more info now