Readings on the Psychology of Place: Selected Works of David Canter

The World Library of Psychologists series presents career-long collections of influential publications by international experts, including Professor David Canter's book "The Psychology of Place." It explores the foundational theme of place psychology, covering theories, methods, and applications, with insights into how places gain significance and meaning. The volume includes specially written commentary by the author, making it an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts of the study of places.

Format: Hardback
Length: 286 pages
Publication date: 31 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In the esteemed World Library of Psychologists series, esteemed international experts present comprehensive collections of their most intriguing publications, encompassing excerpts from books, seminal articles, groundbreaking research findings, and practical and theoretical contributions. Within this captivating volume, Professor David Canter, renowned as one of the foremost applied social psychologists in the United Kingdom and a trailblazer in the field of environmental psychology, delves into a selection of papers that showcase one of the central themes of his illustrious research career: the psychology of place. Organized into four parts, each accompanied by a fresh introduction penned by the author, the book offers insightful perspectives into place psychology theories, methodologies, and applications. Spanning a diverse range of publications from early research in the 1960s to recent explorations, this volume presents a comprehensive account of the evolving research that elaborates upon this seminal theory, providing rich insights into how places acquire their significance and meaning.

Featuring specially written commentary by the author, contextualizing the selections and offering an intimate overview of his career, this collection of key publications presents a unique and compelling insight into decades of groundbreaking work. It serves as an invaluable resource for scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts alike who are engaged or interested in the study of places.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032321400