Theories of Personality (Hardcover)

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"The text is precise, well written, and uses up to date research, that is pertinent to students today. The style of writing is almost ’orally’ communicated, as if the authors are setting down in a classroom designed for conversational discussion of the topic of Personality development."

"I’ve never seen a personality text as good (as Schultz/Schultz), and the students love it. The fact that students actually read the book and report favorably on it is the number one reason I’d be reluctant to change even if I discovered a book I liked more, which hasn’t happened yet." --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Description

Filled with updated research and findings, the ninth edition of Schultz and Schultz's THEORIES OF PERSONALITY gives you a clear and cogent introduction to this dynamic field. Organized by theory, this popular text discusses major theorists who represent psychoanalytic, neopsychoanalytic, lifespan, trait, humanistic, cognitive, behavioral, and social-learning approaches, while demonstrating the influence of events in theorists' personal and professional lives on the development of these theories. The book also explores the ways in which race, gender, and cultural issues play a part in the study of personality and in personality assessment, and includes numerous examples, tables, and figures that further enhance your understanding of the content. The final chapter, "Personality in Perspective," integrates topics explored in previous chapters and suggests conclusions that can be drawn from the many theorists' work.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 542 pages
• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing; 9 edition (April 4, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0495506257
• ISBN-13: 978-0495506256
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #234,315 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Theories of Personality, June 5, 2000

By	pjeffrie (Bremerton, Washington) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Theories of Personality W/Study Guide: Theories of Personality in Outline Study Guide (Psychology) (Hardcover)

I really thought this book was helpful. I bought this book to complement another book I had trouble understanding. I finished this book in a couple of days in time to complete a research paper. You can't find many easy reading books like this one.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars for Theories of Personality!, July 20, 2007

By	K. Cascanet (Massachusetts) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Theories of Personality (with InfoTrac ) (Hardcover)

Schultz & Schultz's *Theories of Personality* is incredibly well written, concise, and a pleasure to read. The information is presented in a way that is both in-depth and easy to understand. This text provides background information on theorists, their theoretical contributions, and loads of current research on aspects of each theory. A+ for Schultz & Schultz! Highly recommended for all students of psychology, and all professors of personality!

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cover to Cover!, September 26, 2005

By	Angela G. Stone (Fremont, NE USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Theories of Personality (with InfoTrac ) (Hardcover)

I would have to say that this textbook is very well written and is easy to follow. Schultzs made the book very interesting with great examples and photographs.