Description
1967, 5th printing, 2nd edition. No dust jacket. Hardcover has some fading, and some light shelf wear markings. The pages have some occasional underlining throughout. The binding is secure.
This well-worn copy of “Psychology: A Scientific Study of Man” by Fillmore H. Sanford offers a glimpse into the mid-20th century understanding of the human mind. Published in 1967, during the heyday of behaviorism and the early stirrings of the cognitive revolution, this textbook represents a transitional period in psychological thought. While still grounded in the empirical traditions of Wundt and Watson, Sanford’s work also hints at the emerging influence of information theory and the dawning recognition of the mind’s complexity.
The underlining throughout suggests this volume was a well-used study aid, perhaps for a university student grappling with the rapidly evolving field. Despite its age and modest wear, the book’s secure binding is a testament to its enduring value as a historical artifact. For collectors and scholars alike, this edition offers a window into the intellectual currents that shaped modern psychology, capturing a discipline in flux as it wrestled with new paradigms and perspectives.
