First published 1987
In a world fractured by individualism, M. Scott Peck offers a bold vision: genuine community. Drawing on his work as a psychiatrist, he shows how small groups can transcend self-interest and forge deep bonds. But this is no easy task. Peck confronts the fear, conflict, and resistance that arise when we're asked to let go of our egos and connect across differences. Yet he insists that only by doing this hard work can we heal our divisions and create a more just, compassionate society. Peck's insights are both practical and profoundly spiritual, pointing the way to a more unified world.
Genres: psychology, 20th-century, sociology, self-help, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: intimate, spiritual, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family
Period: 20th-Century
336 pages · Hardcover · Simon & Schuster