An Introduction to the History of Psychology
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An Introduction to the History of Psychology
An Introduction to the History of Psychology
By B. R. Hergenhahn
Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing
Number Of Pages: 656
Publication Date: 2000-11-07
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0534551823
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780534551827
Binding: Hardcover
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. The Fourth Edition of Hergenhahn’s best-selling text continues to provide 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.
Summary: Excellent Textbook
Rating: 4
This is an clearly written and informative textbook with excellent coverage and depth. Although this book was generally fair in its treatment of various viewpoints, its discussion of clinical psychology (one chapter) was terribly misrepresented and biased. Other than that, this is one of the best psychology textbooks I’ve encountered and I thoroughly recommend it.
Summary: Tedious
Rating: 3
Tedious and verbose, this text is - frankly - not a worthwhile introduction into the field of Psychology. I have always been of the mindset that the theory is far more important than the theorist, especially given the necessary evolution of the theory as it passes from the “original” theorist (and history shows that most “original” proponents of a theory, in fact weren’t). Tying a theory to a theorist limits it uselessly and teaching a theorist rather than a theory wastes the student’s time. IMHO.
The only real reason I held onto this book is as a handy reference to some of the more sordid details of Freud’s early practice. I find that some Freudians tend to hold a dangerously worshipful view of their theory-pater, and I like to have my sources ready when an argument crops up.
Summary: good, for a text book
Rating: 2
I am finding more and more that text books give the worst account of history. This book proved that point. For an overview of the history of psychology, the book was okay. However, I found many times that the theories of the psychologists were so watered down, one can hardly get a good idea of their original studies and propositions. I know it is difficult to read each and every work of each and every psychologist, but this text book is a waste of time for anyone who really wants to understand how ideas developed. In addition, I get really annoyed when writers do not quote the original author. Most of the quotes in this book were taken from other text books or biographers.
Summary: Verbose
Rating: 3
The book, from a historical view point, is concise. However, it is inundated with extraneous information and overstated detail, leaving one yawn-inspired. I am a psyche major and even my professor agreed that this text was rather verbose. It was his first semester instructing a hx of psyche course and he claims he will not be incorporating this text into future sessions.
Summary: All You Want To Know About The Development of Psychology
Rating: 5
The first time I read this book I was so delighted. I had borrowed it from the Public Library to help me with writing a paper. Never did I think I would find everything I needed to know about why and how psychology was developed,and the men that advanced science into the various systems/theories of psychology!
I am so pleased that I can now own my own copy, through Amazon.com.
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