History of Psychology

<p>This classic edition includes a new foreword by former APA President Antonio E. Puente which primes the reader for a unique bold and lively account of the history of psychology that remains relevant and useful to this day. This text surveys core areas in the history of psychology covering the history of applied developmental clinical cognitive and experimental psychology. </p><p>O’Boyle writes in the historical present which gives readers a sense of immediacy and aliveness as they journey through history. Her account uses imaginative new features including The Times which gives readers a feel for what everyday life was like during the age discussed in the chapter. Descriptions of ordinary life as well as information about important issues influencing people’s lives such as wars social movements famines and plagues will pique student interest. Stop and Think questions scattered throughout enhance retention and encourage critical thinking.</p><p>This book continues to provide a creative distinct and valuable contribution to the field and is an essential read for undergraduate students undertaking courses in the history of psychology and history of science history and systems of psychology and introductory psychology.</p>