Synthesized answer
The central thesis of "Science and Human Behavior" is a detailed study of scientific theories of human nature, exploring the ways in which human behavior can be predicted and controlled [Passage 1].
The passages indicate that the book is a comprehensive examination of how science can be applied to understand and manage human actions. However, the passages do not provide a more specific articulation of the central thesis beyond this general description of its scope and aims.
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From the book
Title: Science And Human Behavior by B. F. Skinner Description: A detailed study of scientific theories of human nature and the possible ways in which human behavior can be predicted and controlled. --- Google Books --- Title: Science And Human Behavior by B.F Skinner Description: Originally published: [New York: Macmillan, 1953]. Categories: Political Science Pages: 484 Snippet: Originally published: [New York: Macmillan, 1953].