The Little Book of Psychology (DK Big Ideas Series)

The Little Book of Psychology by DK introduces key questions and concepts from the science of the mind. It is part of the DK Big Ideas series.

Key details

• Author: DK
• Series: DK Big Ideas
• Covers major schools of psychology, from cognitive to behavioural
• Includes doctrines and quotations from thinkers including Sigmund Freud, Noam Chomsky and Kurt Lewin
• Features short biography boxes on the thinkers discussed
• Uses illustrations and jargon-free explanations to clarify complex ideas

Synopsis

Designed as a portable guide, this book explores how psychology approaches questions such as memory, decision-making, language and intelligence. It ranges across the discipline’s major schools, bringing together core doctrines alongside quotations from influential figures including Sigmund Freud, Noam Chomsky and Kurt Lewin.

Throughout, witty illustrations and clear, accessible explanations help unpack concepts that can otherwise feel elusive, while concise biography boxes add context to the thinkers behind the ideas. Suitable for students, newcomers and readers with an established interest in psychology.

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