Lee Ross
The Person and the Situation
- ISBN 13:
- 9781905177448
- author:
- Lee Ross
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Pinter & Martin Ltd.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 23.1 x 15.5 x 1.5 cm
- Genre:
- Social Psychology Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Person and the Situation Perspectives of Social Psychology by Lee Ross and Richard E. Nisbett is a seminal work that explores how our surroundings influence our thoughts and behaviour. This influential text argues that context plays a significant role in shaping our actions, and its ideas have far-reaching implications for understanding human behaviour. Originally published to provide a comprehensive overview of social psychology, this book offers a thorough analysis of the complex relationship between personal characteristics and situational factors. With new forewords by Malcolm Gladwell and afterword by the authors, this timely reissue is an essential read for anyone interested in human behaviour. By examining the interplay between individual personality and environmental influences, Ross and Nisbett provide valuable insights into the nature of social psychology. This book serves as a foundation for understanding the discipline's key concepts and their applications in various fields.