The complete social scientist : a Kurt Lewin reader

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The complete social scientist : a Kurt Lewin reader

edited by Martin Gold

American Psychological Association, c1999

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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Description

One of the most influential social scientists of the 20th century, Kurt Lewin continues to exercise significant influence on contemporary psychological theory, research and practice. Today's scholars frequently cite his thought and research, but Lewin's original writings are increasingly difficult to find. Now, "The Complete Social Scientist: A Kurt Lewin Reader" makes available 15 out-of-print articles, including two never before available in English translation. This wide-ranging collection acquaints contemporary scholars with Lewin's fundamental work. The articles offer evidence of the workings of an innovative mind engaged in the philosophy of science in social, personality, motivation and developmental psychology; in applying psychology to the amelioration of social problems; and in formulating social policy. Each article in this anthology remains a relevant contribution to the world's culture. Together, they reflect the extraordinary range of Lewin's intellectual activity as a philosopher of science, research psychologist, applied psychologist and sage.

Table of Contents

  • Part 1 Philosopher of Science: Introduction
  • Cassirer's Philosophy of Science and the Social Sciences
  • The Conflict Between Aristotle and Galileian Modes of Thought in Contemporary Psychology
  • Psychoanalysis and Topological Psychology. Part 2 Research Psychologist: Introduction
  • Intention, Will and Need
  • Two Fundamental Types of Life Processes
  • Levels of Aspiration
  • Frustration and Aggression
  • Patterns of Aggressive Behaviour in Experimentally Created "Social Climates". Part 3 Applied Psychology: Introduction
  • Jewish Education and Reality
  • Group Decision and Social Change
  • Dynamics of Group Action. Part 4 Sage: Introduction
  • Socializing the Taylor System
  • Democracy and the School
  • Personal Adjustment and Group Beloningness
  • Psychology and the Process of Group Living.

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  • NCID
    BA50212059
  • ISBN
    • 1557985324
  • LCCN
    98048619
  • Country Code
    us
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    Washington, DC
  • Pages/Volumes
    xi, 363 p.
  • Size
    25 cm
  • Classification
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