# Westermarck — Human Nature and Conduct character guide

> Westermarck in Human Nature and Conduct by John Dewey.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0002-human-nature-and-conduct

## Who they are

Finnish philosopher and sociologist referenced on moral emotions and customs.

## In the story

### [Custom and Morality](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/human_nature_and_conduct_se/chapters/v-custom-and-morality)

Dewey critiques Westermarck's monumental collection of facts on custom and morals, arguing that he misstates the point by treating sympathetic resentment and approbation as inner feelings rather than as arising within action.

### [Endnotes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/human_nature_and_conduct_se/chapters/endnotes)

Referenced for 'The Origin and Development of Moral Ideas'.

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