An Introduction to the History of Psychology - Hardcover

Hergenhahn, B. R.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0534551823 ISBN 13: 9780534551827

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 1980

Synopsis

Dreams puzzled early man, Greek philosophers spun elaborate theories to explain human memory and perception, Descartes postulated that the brain was filled with "animal spirits" and psychology was officially deemed a "science" in the 19th century. This updated edition provides students with a comprehensive view of the history of psychology by showing that most of the concerns of today's psychologists are manifestations of themes that have been a part of psychology for thousands of years.

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Review:

"I think (Hergenhahn) is clear, not overly burdened with jargon and it carries a sense of the "professor" talking to the "student..."."It is thorough and useful for courses that cover both the short history of psychology and the long past. It is well written and contains along with the necessary facts a lot of interesting materials that make the characters come alive. It appears to be a book that wishes to stay on the cutting edge of the market and that wins it a high rating in my book."

About this edition

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 1980
• ISBN 10: 0534551823
• ISBN 13: 9780534551827
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 656