An Introduction to Ecological Psychology
An Introduction to Ecological Psychology
Out of Print
This highly readable account of the ecological psychology movement makes its general ideas accessible to the beginning student and non-specialist. It describes the work of Roger Barker in the 'behaviour settings' of small American and English towns and the formulation of 'manning theory,' which concerns the number of people needed to 'operate and maintain' a particular setting. The author concludes by suggesting implications for everyday life and proposing different directions for ecological psychology.
Reviews & endorsements
' … (A) coherent and valuable text that is useful to a broad range of readers. It provides a clear exposition of the most well-developed theory in environment and behavior research.' Contemporary Psychology
' … a welcome event … (Wicker) increases the interest of the book by tying ecological concepts to larger social issues.' Design Research News
Product details
November 1984Paperback
9780521319744
240 pages
228 × 152 × 15 mm
0.332kg
Unavailable - out of print November 1993
