Trust: A Very Short Introduction

Philosopher and researcher Katherine Hawley presents in "Trust: A Very Short Introduction" (published under the Very Short Introductions Series by the Kalima Translation Project at the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre) an engaging analytical and philosophical study shedding light on the nature of trust and how it functions between individuals and institutions. The book explores the ethical and psychological foundations of trust, when placing trust in others is rational or risky, and how the crisis of distrust affects the stability of modern societies. Through a smooth and accessible style combining philosophical analysis with practical reality, the book offers readers and humanities enthusiasts a deeper understanding of one of the most important hidden bonds upon which social life is built.

Because it deconstructs one of the most complex and important concepts in our daily lives, offering a clear and simplified philosophical vision that helps us understand the nature of our relationships with others.

For researchers, students, and anyone interested in understanding moral philosophy, sociology, and the role of trust in building and managing societies.