European University Institute Library

Origins of possession, owning and sharing in development, Philippe Rochat

eng

Includes bibliographical references (pages 297-314) and index

index present

non fiction

Origins of possession

bibliography

876679827

Philippe Rochat

owning and sharing in development

"Human possession psychology originates from deeply rooted experiential capacities shared with other animals. However, unlike other animals, we are a uniquely self-conscious species concerned with reputation, and possessions affect our perception of how we exist in the eyes of others. This book discusses the psychology surrounding the ways in which humans experience possession, claim ownership, and share from both a developmental and cross-cultural perspective. Philippe Rochat explores the origins of human possession and its symbolic development across cultures. He proposes that human possession psychology is particularly revealing of human nature, and also the source of our elusive moral sense"--, Provided by publisher"It is a privilege, though a somewhat daunting one, to introduce the reader to this striking book. For though the subject of possession is an ancient one, it is a forever daunting and controversial one. For though "possessing" something is a crucial feature of what we call ownership"--, Provided by publisher

Experiencing possession -- Claiming ownership -- Possession and ownership transfer -- Symbolic spinoffs of possession -- First possession -- Ownership in development -- Sharing in development -- Culture and possession -- Possession in children across cultures