The Essential Psychology Series bridges the gap between simple introductory texts aimed at pre-university students and higher level textbooks for upper level undergraduates. Each volume in the series is designed to provide concise yet up-to-date descriptions of the major areas of psychology for first year undergraduates or students taking psychology as a supplement to other courses of study. The authors, who are acknowledged experts in their field, explain the basics carefully and engagingly without the over-simplification often found in introductory textbooks, at the same time providing the...

Why are we fascinated with celebrity? Why are we attracted to the wrong people? What does passive aggressive really mean? Can astrology really be a good indicator of personality? Sex, envy, survival, joy Martin gets to the very heart of what it is to be human. A broad yet concise book and so timely: psychology has never been more popular. From TV experts to the amateur musings of your best friend, the language of psychology has permeated all aspects of everyday modern life. Informed by cutting-edge research, and from one of the world s leading psychologists, this is the most engaging...