Social Psychology

Kassin, Saul; Fein, Steven; Markus, Hazel Rose

ISBN 10: 1133957749 ISBN 13: 9781133957744

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 2013

Synopsis

Distinguished by its current-events emphasis, the aim to bring the outside world into the field of social psychology, strong diversity coverage, and engaging connections drawn between social psychology and everyday life, SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY, Ninth Edition, remains one of the most scholarly and well-written books in its field. Integrating classic and contemporary research, the book also includes comprehensive coverage of social cognition and evolutionary psychology, and features authoritative material on social psychology and the law. Coverage of culture and diversity is integrated into every chapter by Hazel Rose Markus, a leader and respected researcher in the study of cultural psychology.

About this title

About the Author:

Saul Kassin is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Born and raised in New York City, he graduated from Brooklyn College. After receiving his Ph.D. from the University of Connecticut, he spent time at the University of Kansas, Purdue University, the Federal Judicial Center, Stanford University, and Williams College. He is an author or editor of several books -- including PSYCHOLOGY, DEVELOPMENTAL SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY, THE AMERICAN JURY ON TRIAL, and THE PSYCHOLOGY OF EVIDENCE AND TRIAL PROCEDURE. Interested in social-psychological causes of wrongful convictions, Dr. Kassin pioneered the scientific study of false confessions. His work is cited all over the world -- including by the U.S. Supreme Court. He has received several awards for his work on false confessions and has served as a consultant in a number of high profile cases. He has also appeared as a media consultant for all major news networks and in a number of documentaries, including Ken Burns' 2012 film, The Central Park Five.

Review:

'I found the quality of writing and caliber of research included to be of an excellent standard. I enjoyed the dynamic approach which the authors use in their writing along with real world examples to help bridge the academic domain to direct, practical application."

"This text is timely and current and covers all the essential topics in the field of social psychology.... It is a very well written text."

About this edition

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1133957749
• ISBN 13: 9781133957744
• Binding: Loose Leaf
• Number of pages: 752