
Comparative Psychology
Josep Call(Author)
Oxford University Press
1st Edition
Published on 2. April 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
184 pages
978-0-19-886549-0 (ISBN)
Description
A comprehensive and balanced introduction to comparative psychology that combines behavioural, psychological and biological insights, and encourages students to make connections within and beyond psychology.
An accessible and thought-provoking introduction to the field of comparative psychology. Combining behavioural, psychological and biological insights, students are encouraged to make connections within and beyond psychology, while discussion of cutting-edge research stimulates students to explore the topic further.
Key Features
- The only up-to-date and student-oriented introductory textbook on comparative psychology.
- Essential knowledge is clearly conveyed through an understanding of the mechanisms governing animal behaviour, its evolution, and its development.
- Provides a comprehensive and balanced coverage of the field by combining behavioural, psychological and neurophysiological insights.
- A forward-thinking introduction which not only explains the history of comparative psychology thought, but critiques the on-going research within the field.
- Illustrations and images help to demonstrate key points and increase students' engagement with the topic.
Digital Formats and Resources
This edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats: the e-book and Trove offer a mobile experience and convenient access along with figures, functionality tools, and navigation features.
For more information about e-books, please visit www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks
An accessible and thought-provoking introduction to the field of comparative psychology. Combining behavioural, psychological and biological insights, students are encouraged to make connections within and beyond psychology, while discussion of cutting-edge research stimulates students to explore the topic further.
Key Features
- The only up-to-date and student-oriented introductory textbook on comparative psychology.
- Essential knowledge is clearly conveyed through an understanding of the mechanisms governing animal behaviour, its evolution, and its development.
- Provides a comprehensive and balanced coverage of the field by combining behavioural, psychological and neurophysiological insights.
- A forward-thinking introduction which not only explains the history of comparative psychology thought, but critiques the on-going research within the field.
- Illustrations and images help to demonstrate key points and increase students' engagement with the topic.
Digital Formats and Resources
This edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats: the e-book and Trove offer a mobile experience and convenient access along with figures, functionality tools, and navigation features.
For more information about e-books, please visit www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks
Reviews / Votes
A good summary of comparative psychology and a great starting point for students. * Sophie Edwards, University of St. Andrews * A comprehensive overview of topics within comparative psychology. * Lara Wood, Abertay University *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
66 figures, 12 photos, 16 tables
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 190 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
326 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-886549-0 (9780198865490)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Josep Call is a comparative psychologist specializing in primate cognition, Wardlaw Professor in the Evolutionary Origins of Mind at the University of St Andrews, and co-Director of the Global Research Centre for Diverse Intelligences of the University of St Andrews.
Author
Professor in Evolutionary Origins of MindProfessor in Evolutionary Origins of Mind, University of St Andrews
Content
1: Introduction
Part I: Survival
2: Navigation and Homing
3: Finding and Hoarding Food
4: Extracting and Processing Food
5: Predator and Anti-Predatory Behaviour
Part II: Reproduction
6: Acquiring and Maintaining Territories
7: Courtship and Reproduction
8: Parental Behaviour and Offspring Development
Part III: Social Life
9: Individuals and Groups
10: Acts and Signals
11: Friends and Foes
Part I: Survival
2: Navigation and Homing
3: Finding and Hoarding Food
4: Extracting and Processing Food
5: Predator and Anti-Predatory Behaviour
Part II: Reproduction
6: Acquiring and Maintaining Territories
7: Courtship and Reproduction
8: Parental Behaviour and Offspring Development
Part III: Social Life
9: Individuals and Groups
10: Acts and Signals
11: Friends and Foes