Memory

ISBN: 1848721846

Author: Baddeley, Alan

Condition: Used

This best-selling textbook presents a comprehensive and accessible overview of the study of memory. Written by three of the worlds leading researchers in the field, it contains everything the student needs to know about the scientific approach to memory and its applications.Each chapter of the book is written by one of the three authors, an approach which takes full advantage of their individual expertise and style, creating a more personal and accessible text. This enhances students enjoyment of the book, allowing them to share the authors own fascination with human memory. The book also draws on a wealth of real-world examples throughout, showing students exactly how they can relate science to their everyday experiences of memory.Key features of this edition:Thoroughly revised throughout to include the latest research and updated coverage of key ideas and modelsA brand new chapter on Memory and the Brain, designed to give students a solid understanding of methods being used to study the relationship between memory and the brain, as well as the neurobiological basis of memoryAdditional pedagogical features to help students engage with the material, including many try this demonstrations, points for discussion, and bullet-pointed chapter summariesThe book is supported by a companion website featuring extensive online resources for students and lecturers.