The Story of Psychology (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: (American) Morton Hunt, translated by Li Sizhuang Wang Yu'er
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: Over the past 2,500 years, humans have longed to unveil the mysterious world of the mind. Are humans inherently evil? Are they inherently good? Where does thought come from? Do humans possess free will? These are questions humanity hopes to understand. The author's book, The Story of Psychology, tells a series of captivating stories. The protagonists are explorers in the realm of thought—Socrates, Plato, Descartes, Piaget, Skinner. They are solitary seekers, hedonists, fervent mystics, and rational realists. They believe that humans can examine and understand themselves, which ultimately guides or controls their thought processes, emotions, and behavioral outcomes, transforming them into psychological analysts. This book does not focus on the personal experiences of the characters but describes methods that allow readers to quickly grasp the techniques of psychological research, correct theories, and the methods and efficacy of psychotherapy, which are the main components of psychology. In this era where psychology is increasingly gaining attention, The Story of Psychology stands as a timely, important, and engaging work in psychology, striving to accurately explain the questions in people's minds—what is the true cause of human behavior?