On apology / Aaron Lazare.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lazare, Aaron, 1936-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Apologizing.

Social psychology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (320 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

New York : Oxford University Press, 2004.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

One of the most profound interactions that can occur between people, apologies have the power to heal humiliations, free the mind from deep-seated guilt and ultimately restore broken relationships. This is an analysis of this interaction, illuminating an often hidden corner of the human heart.

One of the most profound interactions that can occur between people, apologies have the power to heal humiliations, free the mind from deep-seated guilt, remove the desire for vengeance, and ultimately restore broken relationships. With On Apology, Aaron Lazare offers an eye-opening analysis of this vital interaction, illuminating an often hidden corner of the human heart. He discusses the importance of shame, guilt, and humiliation, the initial reluctance to apologize, the simplicity of the act of apologizing, the spontaneous generosity and forgiveness on the part of the offended, the transfer of power and respect between two parties, and much more. Readers will not only find a wealth of insight that they can apply to their own lives, but also a deeper understanding of national and international conflicts and how we might resolve them. The act of apologizing is quite simply immensely fulfilling. On Apology opens a window onto this common occurrence to reveal the feelings and actions at the heart of this profound interaction.

Contents:

Cover Page

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

Contents

Acknowledgments

ONE The Growing Importance of Apologies

TWO The Paradox of Apologies

THREE How Apologies Heal

FOUR Acknowledging the Offense

FIVE Remorse, Explanations, and Reparation

SIX Why People Apologize

SEVEN Why People Do Not Apologize

EIGHT The Timing of Apologies

NINE Delayed Apologies

TEN Negotiating Apologies

ELEVEN Apology and Forgiveness

TWELVE Afterword: The Future of Apologies

Notes

Bibliography

Index

Discussion Group Guide.

Notes:

Originally published: 2004.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on metadata supplied by the publisher and other sources.

ISBN:

0-19-518446-7

1-280-84594-5

0-19-803865-8

OCLC:

437109471