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The Meaning of Psychology

The Meaning of Psychology

Ogden, C. K.

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PhilosophyGeneral Psychology

ISBN10: 1025832671
ISBN13: 9781025832678
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 366
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.76 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Meaning of Psychology by C. K. Ogden is a significant synthesis of the psychological landscape during a transformative era of scientific inquiry. In this work, Ogden aims to provide a clear and comprehensive overview of the various schools of thought that defined the early 20th century, including behaviorism, psychoanalysis, and the burgeoning field of cognitive studies. The text explores the fundamental principles of mental life, examining the mechanics of perception, the nature of emotion, and the complexities of human memory.

A primary focus of the work is the relationship between thought and language, a subject that would define much of Ogden's intellectual career. By investigating how communication and symbolic interpretation influence psychological development, the author offers a unique perspective that bridges the gap between linguistics and mental science. This volume serves as an essential record of the evolution of modern psychology, capturing the debates and discoveries that helped transition the field from philosophical speculation to an empirical discipline. It remains a valuable resource for those interested in the history of science, the philosophy of mind, and the intellectual foundations of the social sciences.

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