First published 2007
When her sister's mysterious death leaves disturbing clues, psychologist Barbara Oakley delves into the dark recesses of the human mind. Drawing on cutting-edge neuroscience, she uncovers a startling truth: some people are simply born to be bad. From infamous dictators to corporate executives, Oakley links genetic dysfunction to real-world malevolence, shedding light on the twisted behaviors that have shaped history. But beneath the unsettling revelations lies a profound question: can we ever truly understand the depths of human cruelty?
Genres: science, psychology, crime, non-fiction, biography-memoir, academic
Vibes: dark, emotional, thought-provoking
Tropes: unreliable-narrator
466 pages · Kindle Edition · Prometheus Books
Content warnings: mental-illness