| Knowing People: The Personal Use of Social Psychology Contributor(s): Lovaglia, Michael J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 074254771X ISBN-13: 9780742547711 Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers OUR PRICE: $142.56 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: December 2006 Annotation: Social psychology studies one of civilization's most central concerns: human relationships. With its friendly style and engaging, accessible language, Knowing People selects some of the best research in social psychology and shows how it can improve people's lives. By understanding people's beliefs, attitudes, and desires, individuals can fashion relationships that benefit all concerned, rather than one person or group at the expense of another. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Social Psychology - Psychology | Interpersonal Relations |
| Dewey: 302.12 |
| LCCN: 2006023835 |
| Physical Information: 1.26" H x 6.32" W x 9" (1.45 lbs) 372 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Social psychology studies one of civilization's most central concerns: human relationships. By understanding people's beliefs, attitudes, and desires, individuals can fashion relationships that benefit all involved, rather than one person or group at the expense of another. Written with a friendly style and engaging, accessible language, the second edition of the popular textbook Knowing People selects some of the best research in social psychology and shows how it can improve people's lives. This revised and updated edition includes clear descriptions of the latest research and adds a new chapter on leadership and emotion. Not only does Knowing People appeal to individual readers interested in improving their relationships, but it is also valuable as a supplemental text in a wide variety of social science, business, and professional courses-in all areas where successful interaction with other people is important. |
