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Possibility of a Child
Jerome Kagan
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Description for Possibility of a Child
Hardcover. Taking into account how far the science of child development has advanced over the years - with the ascendancy of cognitive psychology, neurobiology, and molecular biology, as well as research into development on the broader human scale, the author explores the tension between influences of biology and environmental factors in development. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 175 x 30. Weight in Grams: 580.
As infants we are rife with potential. For a short time, we have before us a seemingly infinite number of developmental paths. Soon, however, we become limited to certain paths as we grow into unique products of our genetics and experience. But what factors account for the variation,in skills, personalities, values,that results? How do experiences shape what we bring into the world?In The Human Spark , pioneering psychologist Jerome Kagan offers an unflinching examination of personal, moral, and cultural development that solidifies his place as one of the most influential psychologists of the past century. In this definitive analysis ... Read more
As infants we are rife with potential. For a short time, we have before us a seemingly infinite number of developmental paths. Soon, however, we become limited to certain paths as we grow into unique products of our genetics and experience. But what factors account for the variation,in skills, personalities, values,that results? How do experiences shape what we bring into the world?In The Human Spark , pioneering psychologist Jerome Kagan offers an unflinching examination of personal, moral, and cultural development that solidifies his place as one of the most influential psychologists of the past century. In this definitive analysis ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
The Perseus Books Group United States
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
Number of Pages
352
Place of Publication
, United States
ISBN
9780465029822
SKU
V9780465029822
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About Jerome Kagan
Jerome Kagan is emeritus professor of psychology at Harvard University and one of the pioneers of the field of developmental psychology. The author of numerous books including The Nature of the Child and Galen's Prophecy, he received the William James Award and the Distinguished Scientist Award from the American Psychological Association. Kagan is a member of The Institute for Medicine. ... Read more
Reviews for Possibility of a Child
"In his masterful survey, Kagan filters findings in the field... An authoritative study of the dance of genes and environment in each child as they grow in universally human, and profoundly individual, ways."
Nature "Best known for his work exploring the persistence of inborn temperamental differences, Kagan here expands his inquiry into other areas, including the problems inherent in trying to ... Read more
Nature "Best known for his work exploring the persistence of inborn temperamental differences, Kagan here expands his inquiry into other areas, including the problems inherent in trying to ... Read more