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1974 The Second Sin by Thomas Szasz Vintage Paperback Psychology Reference Book

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1974 The Second Sin by Thomas Szasz Vintage Paperback Psychology Reference Book

The Second Sin
By Thomas Szasz
Published by Anchor Books/Anchor Press/Doubleday: New York 1974

" The Second Sin by Thomas Szasz is a provocative collection of essays that challenges widely accepted social, moral, and psychiatric norms. Szasz, a psychiatrist and social critic, examines what he considers the "second sin" — lying — and explores how deception underpins many aspects of human interaction, particularly in politics, religion, medicine, and psychiatry. He critiques the tendency of institutions to disguise coercion and control under the guise of care or moral authority, arguing that such dishonesty corrodes personal freedom and responsibility. Through sharp, often satirical commentary, he dissects the ways individuals and societies rationalize falsehoods for perceived benefits or convenience.

The book moves beyond a simple moral indictment of lying to examine the deeper implications of institutionalized deception. Szasz contends that lies, whether told by individuals or embedded in laws and social systems, are tools for manipulating others and evading accountability. He challenges readers to confront the comfort of socially sanctioned falsehoods and to recognize the cost of trading truth for conformity or security. Ultimately, The Second Sin serves both as a critique of modern culture's reliance on deception and as a call for personal integrity, intellectual independence, and the courage to speak the truth even when it is inconvenient or dangerous."

Light wear and fading with subtle yellowing to covers and spine. Pages are clean, crisp and bright. Appears unread with binding tight. A nice copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 18cm x 10.5cm x 1cm - 135 Pages

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Condition: Good
Binding: Softcover, Wraps
Special Attributes: 1st Paperback Edition
Region: Europe
Subject: Philosophy
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear and fading with subtle yellowing to covers and spine. Pages are clean, crisp and bright. Appears unread with binding tight. A nice copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Thomas Szasz
Publisher: Anchor Books/Anchor Press/Doubleday: New York
Year Printed: 1974
Sub-subject: Psychiatry