Download or read book Essentials of Psychology written by Spencer A. Rathus and published by Wadsworth Publishing Company. This book was released on 2000 with total page 888 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This highly successful introductory psychology textbook is written to fulfill three main goals. The first is to provide concise, yet accurate coverage of the science of psychology. The second is to present a complete learning package, which includes a built-in study guide and application o the PQ4R method of learning and studying. The third is to stimulate critical thinking in students so that they can distinguish between science and superstition and continue to educate themselves for a lifetime.