An Introduction To Comparative Psychology

""An Introduction to Comparative Psychology"" is a comprehensive and influential book written by C. Lloyd Morgan. The book provides an overview of the field of comparative psychology, which is the study of animal behavior and cognition. Morgan discusses the history of the field, the major theories and approaches, and the key findings and contributions of comparative psychology.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of comparative psychology. The first section provides an introduction to the field, including its goals, methods, and historical roots. The second section covers the evolution of behavior and cognition, including the role of genetics and environment. The third section examines the different types of learning, including classical and operant conditioning, and the fourth section discusses the role of perception and attention in animal behavior.The fifth section covers communication and social behavior, including the study of animal communication, social learning, and the evolution of social behavior. The sixth section focuses on the cognitive abilities of animals, including problem-solving, memory, and decision-making. The final section of the book covers the application of comparative psychology to human behavior, including the study of language, intelligence, and emotion.Overall, ""An Introduction to Comparative Psychology"" is an accessible and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the field. It is suitable for students and researchers in psychology, biology, and related fields, as well as anyone interested in animal behavior and cognition.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.