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The Mysteries of Marseilles by Émile Zola; Mint Editions (Contribution by)
Category: Biography | Series: Mint Editions--Psychology and Psychological Fiction Ser.
The Mysteries of Marseilles (1895) is a novel by French author Émile Zola. Originally serialized in Le Messager de Provence in 1867, The Mysteries of Marseilles was written at the very beginning of Zola's literary career. Intent on exploring taboo and the lives of people on the edge of society, Zola cra ...Show more
The Oxford Handbook of Music and the Brain by Michael H. Thaut (Editor); Donald A. Hodges (Editor)
Category: Music | Series: Oxford Library of Psychology Ser.
The study of music and the brain can be traced back to the work of Gall in the 18th century, continuing with John Hughlings Jackson, August Knoblauch, Richard Wallaschek, and others. These early researchers were interested in localizing musicality in the brain and learning more about how musicis process ...Show more
The Psychology of Belonging by Kelly-Ann Allen
Category: Science | Series: The\Psychology of Everything Ser.
Can a sense of belonging increase life satisfaction? Why do we sometimes feel lonely? How can we sustain lasting human connections? The Psychology of Belonging explores why feeling like we belong is so important throughout our lives, from childhood to old age, irrespective of culture, race or geograph ...Show more
The Psychology of Counselling by Marie Percival
Category: Science | Series: Psychology of Everything Ser.
Provides an engaging and accessible introduction to the psychology of counselling. Bridges the gap between research and practice and provides insights into a way forward between the two, by highlighting the need for counselling practitioners to reframe their thoughts on research and for training provid ...Show more
The Psychology of Exercise by Josephine Perry
Category: Science | Series: The\Psychology of Everything Ser.
Why should we exercise? When should we exercise? Why don't we exercise? The Psychology of Exercise separates fact from fiction, delving into key theories, ideas, and the impact of life stages on when, why, and how we exercise. It explores the barriers and motivators to exercise for children, teenagers, ...Show more
The Psychology of Intelligence by Sonja Falck
Category: Psychology | Series: The\Psychology of Everything Ser.
What fascinates us about intelligence? How does intelligence impact our daily lives? Why do we sometimes fear intelligence? Human intelligence is a vital resource, yet the study of it is pervaded by neglect and misconceptions. The Psychology of Intelligence helps make sense of the contradictory soci ...Show more
The Psychology of Prejudice by Richard Gross
Category: Psychology | Series: The\Psychology of Everything Ser.
Why do we develop extreme attitudes to others? Can our personality contribute to our prejudices? How do we reduce prejudice and discrimination? The Psychology of Prejudice explores different forms of prejudice and discrimination, from racial jokes to genocide. It looks at what might cause our prejudic ...Show more
The Psychology of Religion by Vassilis Saroglou
Category: Philosophy and Religion | Series: The\Psychology of Everything Ser.
Does religion positively affect well-being? What leads to fundamentalism? Do religious beliefs make us more moral? The Psychology of Religion explores the often contradictory ideas people have about religion and religious faiths, spirituality, fundamentalism, and atheism. The book examines whethe ...Show more
The Psychology of Terrorism by Neil Shortland
Category: Science | Series: The\Psychology of Everything Ser.
What is terrorism? Can anyone be radicalized? How can we respond to terrorist acts? The Psychology of Terrorism seeks to explain why some acts of violence are considered terrorism and others are not, and why some individuals may be more susceptible to engaging in radical terrorist behavior. Debunking m ...Show more
The Psychology of Video Games by Celia Hodent
Category: Science | Series: The\Psychology of Everything Ser.
What impact can video games have on players? How does psychology influence video game creation? Why do some games become cultural phenomena? The Psychology of Video Games explores the relationship between psychology and video games from the perspective of both game developers and players. It looks at ho ...Show more
The Science of "Dune" by Kevin Grazier
Category: Sci-Fi & Fantasy Fiction | Series: Psychology of Popular Culture Ser.
Delving into the world of Dune, this guide offers fascinating scientific speculation on topics including physics, chemistry, ecology, evolution, psychology, technology, and genetics. This companion to the Dune series is a must-have for any fan who wants to revisit this science fiction world and explore ...Show more
The Science of Reading - A Handbook by Margaret J. Snowling (Editor); Charles Hulme (Editor)
Category: Education | Series: Wiley Blackwell Handbooks of Developmental Psychology Ser.
The Science of Reading: A Handbook brings together state-of-the-art reviews of reading research from leading names in the field, to create a highly authoritative, multidisciplinary overview of contemporary knowledge about reading and related skills. Provides comprehensive coverage of the subject, incl ...Show more