A Textbook In Psychology

""A Textbook in Psychology"" is a seminal work by Johann Friedrich Herbart, first published in 1891. The book is an attempt to establish the science of psychology on three pillars: experience, metaphysics, and mathematics. Herbart argues that psychology must be grounded in the empirical observation of human experience, but that this observation must be guided by a rigorous metaphysical framework. This framework, in turn, must be expressed in the language of mathematics, which provides a precise and universal means of describing psychological phenomena. The book is divided into two parts. The first part deals with the foundations of psychology, including the nature of mental processes, the relationship between mind and body, and the principles of association and attention. The second part focuses on the application of these principles to specific areas of psychology, such as perception, memory, and emotion. Throughout the book, Herbart emphasizes the importance of careful observation and measurement, and he provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate his points.Despite its age, ""A Textbook in Psychology"" remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of psychology as a scientific discipline. Herbart's ideas on the role of metaphysics and mathematics in psychology continue to be debated and explored by contemporary psychologists, and his emphasis on empirical observation and measurement remains a cornerstone of psychological research today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.