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Psych.

The Story of Psychology
By DK
Brief Description
The extraordinary story of psychology - from ancient thinkers to the pioneering minds of modern science. Take a fascinating trip through more than 2,500 years of groundbreaking ideas and discoveries that have shaped how we understand the human mind. Psych. takes you on a journey through... Read More
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The extraordinary story of psychology - from ancient thinkers to the pioneering minds of modern science.

Take a fascinating trip through more than 2,500 years of groundbreaking ideas and discoveries that have shaped how we understand the human mind.

Psych. takes you on a journey through the rich and fascinating history of psychology. From the early philosophical musings of Aristotle and Plato on the human mind to the game-changing theories of Freud, Jung, and Skinner, Psych. breaks down the major concepts and developments that have defined the field. With stunning visuals and an engaging narrative, it explores the minds behind the key milestones that made psychology what it is today.

Packed with eye-catching photography, bold graphics, and thought-provoking quotes, Psych. makes complex ideas in understanding, memory, behaviour, and emotion easy to grasp. It also sheds light on the debates and breakthroughs - from psychoanalysis to cognitive science and positive psychology - that have fuelled the rise of psychology to one of the most vital sciences of our time.

In a world increasingly curious about the human mind, this is an essential and timely reflection on the history of psychology and its potential impact on the future of humanity.

Series: DK Essential Histories

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    Psych.
    By DK
    Hardback
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    Out 18 Aug 2026

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241774168

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 August 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 198.0mm

Height: 266.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 320

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