Rokeach M. -1973-. The Nature Of Human Values. New York Free: [exclusive] Press

In 1973, psychologist Milton Rokeach published his seminal work, "The Nature of Human Values," with The Free Press in New York. This influential book explores the concept of human values, their structure, and their role in shaping human behavior.

Milton Rokeach's 1973 work, The Nature of Human Values , is a cornerstone of social psychology that redefined how we understand the internal beliefs guiding human behavior. Rokeach argued that values are not just abstract ideas but a finite, organized system of "enduring beliefs" that act as the primary reference points for our attitudes and actions. In 1973, psychologist Milton Rokeach published his seminal

: Desirable "end-states" of existence. These are the ultimate goals a person wants to achieve in their lifetime. Rokeach argued that values are not just abstract

Why should a marketer, a therapist, or a parent read Rokeach’s 1973 book today? Why should a marketer, a therapist, or a

The core of Rokeach’s theory is the distinction between two types of values, which are measured using the widely adopted Rokeach Value Survey (RVS) :

A central argument is that values predict behavior . Rokeach reviews studies showing: