Textbook Of Psychology (1892)

Textbook Of Psychology (1892)

William James

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120720986
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The Textbook of Psychology, first published in 1892, is a comprehensive guide to the study of psychology written by the renowned American philosopher and psychologist, William James. The book is divided into fifteen chapters, covering topics such as perception, attention, memory, imagination, emotion, and will. James’ writing style is clear and concise, making it accessible to both students and professionals in the field of psychology.The book begins with an introduction to the study of psychology, outlining its history and the different schools of thought that have emerged over time. James then delves into the study of sensation and perception, discussing the various senses and how they work together to create our experience of the world. He also explores the role of attention in perception, memory, and learning.James’ discussion of memory is particularly insightful, as he explores the different types of memory and how they are stored and retrieved. He also discusses the role of imagination in memory, and how we use our imagination to fill in gaps in our recollection of past events.The book also covers the study of emotion, discussing the different theories of emotion and how they relate to our physiological responses. James also explores the role of willpower in decision-making and behavior, discussing the concept of free will and how it relates to our sense of agency.Overall, the Textbook of Psychology is a comprehensive guide to the study of psychology that remains relevant today. James’ insights into the workings of the human mind continue to inform and inspire psychologists and students of psychology around the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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