The Scientific Analysis of Personality - Raymond B. Cattell

What makes each of us who we are? In The Scientific Analysis of Personality, pioneering psychologist Raymond B. Cattell approaches that question with the tools of modern science, arguing that personality can be studied, measured and understood with far greater precision than intuition alone allows. Best known for his groundbreaking work in trait theory and psychometrics, Cattell introduces readers to the methods and research that helped transform personality psychology into a rigorous scientific discipline.

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Rather than relying on speculation or popular psychology, Cattell draws on statistical analysis and experimental evidence to explore the underlying traits that shape human behaviour. Challenging, influential and far ahead of its time, this Pelican Original offers a fascinating glimpse into the development of modern psychology, making it an essential read for students, researchers and anyone curious about the science behind individual differences.