| The Psychology of Perception: A Philosophical Examination of Gestalt Theory and Derivative Theories of Perception Contributor(s): Hamlyn, D. W. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1138202754 ISBN-13: 9781138202757 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $46.50 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2019 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Cognitive Psychology & Cognition - Psychology | History |
| Series: Psychology Library Editions: Perception |
| Physical Information: 0.28" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" (0.35 lbs) 130 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Originally published in 1957, the primary aim of this study was to shed light upon the logical character of the psychology of perception. D.W. Hamlyn begins by delimiting the field of psychological inquiry into perception, then gives a detailed account of the types of explanation appropriate in the field. He maintains that these explanations have certain important peculiarities which distinguish them from other scientific inquiries. In view of the central importance of Gestalt Theory in this field an account is given of its origins, and its main features are critically discussed. The work should still be of considerable interest to both philosophers and psychologists, as well as to all those interested in the relations between the two subjects. |
