
Elements of Episodic Memory
Endel Tulving(Author)
Oxford University Press
Published on 5. September 1985
Book
Paperback/Softback
364 pages
978-0-19-852125-9 (ISBN)
Description
Elements of Episodic Memory was a seminal text in the memory literature, highly cited and influential. It has been unavailable for some years, but is now back in print as in its original form, with this reissue.
The book examines the critical role that retrieval processes play in remembering. It proposes that the nature of recollective experience is determined by the interaction between the 'episodic' trace information and the 'semantic' retrieval information. This basic theme is elaborated by tracing the development of the ideas considering relevant empirical evidence, relating a proposed theoretical framework to the ideas held by other theorists, and dealing with criticisms advanced by others.
These issues are discussed from two perspectives. Firstly, from the point of view of 'detached science': the emphasis here is on ideas, hypotheses, evidence, logic and theory. The second is a personal commentary on the development of ideas at the first viewpoint, and provides observations about the psychology and sociology of a developing science.
The book examines the critical role that retrieval processes play in remembering. It proposes that the nature of recollective experience is determined by the interaction between the 'episodic' trace information and the 'semantic' retrieval information. This basic theme is elaborated by tracing the development of the ideas considering relevant empirical evidence, relating a proposed theoretical framework to the ideas held by other theorists, and dealing with criticisms advanced by others.
These issues are discussed from two perspectives. Firstly, from the point of view of 'detached science': the emphasis here is on ideas, hypotheses, evidence, logic and theory. The second is a personal commentary on the development of ideas at the first viewpoint, and provides observations about the psychology and sociology of a developing science.
Reviews / Votes
Review from previous edition Tulving's book is sure to have a major influence on investigations of memory. But it will be unfortunate if its readership is restricted to memory researchers. The nature of the book is such that it can serve as a basis for a useful dialogue among those working in a variety of areas. * Contemporary Psychology * In sum, 'Elements' deserves to be read by all students of memory ... We can all benefit from the thoughtful analysis and sensible framing of questions Tulving offers. * Canadian Journal of Psychology * ... essential reading for all workers in the area... * Psychological Medicine *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
553 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-852125-9 (9780198521259)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Content
PART I: EPISODIC/SEMANTIC DISTINCTION ; PART II: GENERAL ABSTRACT PROCESSING SYSTEM ; PART III: SYNERGISTIC ECPHORY