William Mcdougall

The Group Mind

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: LEGARE STREET PR
• Seitenzahl: 442
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Oktober 2022
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 23mm
• Gewicht: 612g
• ISBN-13: 9781015670174
• ISBN-10: 1015670172
• Artikelnr.: 66804880

Autorenporträt

William McDougall (1871-1938) was a notable British psychologist, best known for his work in social psychology and psychical research. He serves as a significant figure within the field for his pioneering exploration into the concept of the 'group mind'. His scholarly approach provided a framework for understanding how individuals are influenced by, and interact within, social groups. McDougall's seminal work, 'The Group Mind' (1920), presents a comprehensive study on the psychological dynamics of society and the collective behavior of groups. In this text, he explores the forces that transcend individual consciousness to manifest as group phenomena, considering aspects of tradition, social heritage, and the complex interactions that contribute to the continuity of cultural life. McDougall's scholarly contributions are characterized by his evolutionary perspective on psychology, which stood in contrast to the behaviorism that dominated the scene at the time of his writing. His work exemplifies a dedication to exploring the intricate layers of human nature and society, and his ideas have left an indelible mark on the fields of social psychology and group dynamics. Academically rigorous yet accessible, McDougall's literary achievements underscore his position as a vanguard in the mapping of the social psyche.