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Tables of Contents for Character Strengths and Virtues
Chapter/Section Title
Page #
Page Count
Contributors
xiii
SECTION I: BACKGROUND
Introduction to a ``Manual of the Sanities''
3
30
Universal Virtues?---Lessons From History
33
20
Previous Classifications of Character Strengths
53
56
SECTION II: STRENGTHS OF CHARACTER
Strengths of WISDOM AND KNOWLEDGE
Introduction
93
16
Creativity [Originality, Ingenuity]
109
16
Curiosity [Interest, Novelty-Seeking, Openness to Experience]
125
18
Open-Mindedness [Judgment, Critical Thinking]
143
18
Love of Learning
161
20
Perspective [Wisdom]
181
32
Strengths of COURAGE
Introduction
197
16
Bravery [Valor]
213
16
Persistence [Perseverance, Industriousness]
229
20
Integrity [Authenticity, Honesty]
249
24
Vitality [Zest, Enthusiasm, Vigor, Energy]
273
30
Strengths of HUMANITY
Introduction
291
12
Love
303
22
Kindness [Generosity, Nurturance, Care, Compassion, Altruistic Love, ``Niceness'']
325
12
Social Intelligence [Emotional Intelligence, Personal Intelligence]
337
32
Strengths of JUSTICE
Introduction
355
14
Citizenship [Social Responsibility, Loyalty, Teamwork]
369
22
Fairness
391
22
Leadership
413
32
Strengths of TEMPERANCE
Introduction
429
16
Forgiveness and Mercy
445
16
Humility and Modesty
461
16
Prudence
477
22
Self-Regulation [Self-Control]
499
38
Strengths of TRANSCENDENCE
Introduction
517
20
Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence [Awe, Wonder, Elevation]
537
16
Gratitude
553
16
Hope [Optimism, Future-Mindedness, Future Orientation]
569
14
Humor [Playfulness]
583
16
Spirituality [Religiousness, Faith, Purpose]
599
26
SECTION III: CONCLUSIONS
Assessment and Applications
625
20
References
645
118
Index of Names
763
26
Subject Index
789