Evolutionary Psychology: A Beginner's Guide (Beginner's Guides)

Dunbar, Robin; Lycett, John; Barrett, Louise

ISBN 10: 1851683569 / ISBN 13: 9781851683567

Published by Oneworld Publications, 2005

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Evolutionary Psychology: A Beginner's Guide (Beginner's Guides)
• Publisher: Oneworld Publications
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1851683569
• ISBN 13: 9781851683567
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: acceptable

About this title

Synopsis

Evolutionary Psychology: A Beginner’s Guide is a uniquely accessible yet comprehensive guide to the study of the effects of evolutionary theory on human behaviour. Written specifically for the general reader, and for entry-level students, it covers all the most important elements of this interdisciplinary subject, from the role of evolution in our selection of partner, to the influence of genetics on parenting. The book draws widely on examples, case studies and background facts to convey a substantial amount of information, and is authored by the UK’s leading experts in the field, from the only dedicated research and teaching institute.

About the Author

Robin Dunbar is Professor of Evolutionary Psychology at the University of Oxford. He is the author of more than a dozen books.

Louise Barrett is Professor of Psychology at the University of Lethbridge and John Lycett is a lecturer in Evolutionary Psychology at the University of Liverpool.