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Classic Case Studies in Psychology (Hodder Arnold Publication) | 
enlarge | Author: Geoff Rolls Creator: Richard Gross Publisher: A Hodder Arnold Publication Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating: 1 reviews Sales Rank: 872456
Media: Paperback Number Of Items: 1 Pages: 184 Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8 Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.4
ISBN: 0340886927 Dewey Decimal Number: 616.89 EAN: 9780340886922 ASIN: 0340886927
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Product Description This volume is a compelling collection of truly unique psychological case studies. From the child who was locked away from the world until the age of thirteen, or the man with no brain, Classic Case Studies in Psychology is an anthology of fascinating, unforgettable human stories. Whether the case studies are well-known or obscure, all present revealing insights into the human mind and behavior, lending a whole new perspective on the mystery of human psychology. This book requires no prior knowledge of psychology, and is for everyone who has ever pondered the stranger side of the human mind.
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A fascinating read October 5, 2005 2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I've read this book from cover to cover and I guarantee you it is a fascinating (and at times almost unbelievable) read. I knew some of the studies covered but not in this detail. It's a great idea for a book. The more you find out about these stories the more you appreciate how amazing human behaviour is. I loved the story of railway worker Phineas Gage who had a 6ft metal pole blown through his head and lived to tell the tale travelling around carrying the pole for the rest of his life (he was even buried with it!) and the shocking story of David Reimer who due to botched surgery as a child had his penis cut off and was brought up as a girl before once again adopting a male role in his teens. Each chapter in the book deals with a different case study and they are all very interesting. The psychological importance and relevance of each case is also dealt with. I'd certainly recommend this book - you'll enjoy many of the stories and learn more about psychology and human behaviour in an entertaining way.
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