Description
1951 edition. Paperback cover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and large creases and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This 1951 edition of “GESTALT THERAPY ,EXCITEMENT AND GROWTH IN HUMAN PERSONALITY” by GOODMAN PERLS, HEFFERLINE is a pioneering work that introduced the revolutionary Gestalt therapy approach to the world. Gestalt therapy, developed by Fritz Perls, emphasized the present moment and the holistic experience of the individual, rejecting the traditional psychoanalytic focus on the past. This book was instrumental in popularizing the Gestalt approach, which became a significant influence in the humanistic psychology movement of the 1960s and 1970s.
Despite the wear and tear on the cover and spine, a testament to its enduring relevance and readership, the clean pages and secure binding of this copy ensure that the groundbreaking ideas within remain accessible. For collectors and readers interested in the history of psychology and therapeutic approaches, this edition offers a glimpse into the early days of a paradigm shift in the field, making it a valuable addition to any library.