The Biographical Dictionary of Psychology provides biographical information and critical analysis of the influences, interest and reception of over 500 people who have made a significant contribution to the field of psychology. The entries are alphabetically organized and identically structured. Introductory biographical details cover main fields of interest, nationality, places and dates of birth and death, appointments and honors. This section is followed by full bibliographic details of principal publications, as well as secondary and critical literature. The main body of the entry gives a critical appraisal of the life, work and major achievements of each figure. --From publisher's description.