Overview
In 1997 anthropologist Bradd Shore set out to interview the distinguished psychologist Jerome Bruner, his theme: psychology and anthropology—what links and separates the disciplines. What emerged over the course of four days was something far broader and more interesting: a wide-ranging conversation that explored the study of human behavior and meaning while capturing the unique energy, complexity, and charm of Bruner's manner of thinking through dialogue. This conversation appears for the first time in At the Crossroads of Psychology and Anthropology, offering readers unprecedented insight into Bruner’s thought and influences—and a unique chance to share the pleasure of his company.
Edited into chapters with brief introductions, the book begins with the influences shaping Bruner’s career, his role in the founding of cognitive psychology, his debates with fellow psychologists, his collaborations with his notable students, and his emerging interest in cultural psychology. The talk touches on contrasting methodologies, approaches to language, sense perception, violence, law, the role of categories in thinking, cultural relativism, the search for universals, and the complex interactions of culture and mind. In addition to portraying two approaches to the human sciences, At the Crossroads is an intimate portrait of Bruner, a major shaper of modern psychology—and a demonstration of the dialectical and dialogical nature of his thought in all its fluidity and depth.
This book title, At the Crossroads of Psychology and Anthropology (In Conversation with Jerome Bruner), ISBN: 9780262551045, by Bradd Shore, published by MIT Press (February 18, 2025) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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