How Does a Person Become Himself

The self is a concept that is familiar to almost everyone, yet difficult to define and understand.
This book by pioneering researcher Roy F. Baumeister synthesizes a wealth of knowledge to provide a panoramic view of the human self. It sheds new light on these issues by examining how the human self develops and functions, why it exists, and what problems it encounters on its journey through life.
What are the benefits of knowing oneself, and how attainable are they? Do we have only one self, or more than one? What is the relationship between self and society? Roy F. Baumeister explains all these complex concepts with clarity and insight in his book of 28 short chapters. He reveals the central role that the self plays in enabling both individuals and cultures to flourish.