Detective's History of Psychology

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Detective's History of Psychology

Understanding Key Theories and Concepts Through Mystery Fiction

Literary studies: fiction, novelists and prose writers Crime and mystery fiction Psychology

Author: Diane Mello-Goldner

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Language: English

Published by: McFarland

Published on: 22 July 2024

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 234 pages

ISBN: 9781476652290


Are you captivated by detective fiction and mystery stories? Do you enjoy solving puzzles or explaining other people's behavior? Have you ever thought Miss Marple would make a good therapist or Sherlock Holmes an excellent researcher? If so, you probably have already seen the connection between detective fiction and the field of psychology.

This book introduces key concepts and theories of psychology through the lens of mystery fiction. Designed for curious readers of all backgrounds, it explores the crossroads of detective fiction and psychology. Thought-provoking activities and questions enhance readers' inquisitiveness, deductive reasoning, critical thinking, and psychological insights.

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