5 stars (Great Book) - I had to use this book for my intro to psychology class. I planned on just skimming it to find the answeres, but I ended up reading it all. It is a great book with great stories. It is easy of follow and the definition of new words are listed on the side of the page, not in the back of the book like most textbooks. Great Book! 4 stars (Helps A lot) - As a pyschology student I bought this book in college because it was my intro to psychology class' textbook. How would I know that it would be so easy to follow? It really helped me out when I had to sit up late at night and review for the finals. What else can I say about it, besides it is a great book for anyone who wants to becomes more knowledgeable in the general field of psychology. ... Allyn - Bacon :: Psychology & Psychiatry & General :: Textbooks :: Psychology (General) :: Psychology :: General :: Denise Boyd :: Ellen Green Wood :: Samuel E Wood :: :: World of Psychology- The (5th Edition)
4 stars (Psychology In It's Purest Form) - In reading this novel entitled The Essential World of Psychology, I was pleased to find such a rich written work in its particular area of study. The author, Samuel E. Wood, has done an extraordinary job in portraying the fundamental elements of psychological study. He uses his knowledge of the field to demonstrate a true understanding and an effective teaching method to be taught to beginners and professionals alike. He covers definitional psychology and psychology on a personal level to create the perfect blend of teaching material. I was pleased to have read this book, specifically because it was used as the guidelines for my psychology class at the university I attend. This book is undoubtedly more than appropriate to be used to teach all college-level psychology courses. ... Allyn - Bacon :: Textbooks :: Psychology :: General :: Denise Roberts Boyd :: Ellen R Green Wood :: Denise Boyd :: Ellen Green Wood :: Samuel E Wood :: :: Mastering the World of Psychology