Max Wertheimer Books
Max Wertheimer was a foundational figure in Gestalt psychology, co-founding the movement with Kurt Koffka and Wolfgang Köhler. His seminal work explored the nature of productive thinking and the phi phenomenon, significantly advancing the understanding of perception. Wertheimer's legacy lies in his pioneering contributions to cognitive and perceptual psychology, emphasizing holistic approaches. His ideas continue to shape contemporary psychological inquiry.
This work by and about Max Wertheimer collects together new translations of his two most important articles and places them in both historical and contemporary contexts with the addition of essays by Michael Wertheimer ... [et al.]
Max Wertheimer Productive Thinking
- 268 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Focusing on the psychology of perception and productive thinking, this influential work by Max Wertheimer presents a comprehensive exploration of creative thought processes. Through diverse examples, including geometric tasks and socio-psychological conflicts, it illustrates the complexities of creative problem-solving. The text also discusses the development of significant concepts, such as Einstein's theory of relativity, making it a landmark contribution to creativity research and cognitive psychology.
InhaltsverzeichnisMax Wertheimer über Wahrheit, Ethik, Demokratie und Freiheit.Über Wahrheit.Einige Probleme in der Theorie der Ethik.Zum Demokratiebegriff.Eine Geschichte dreier Tage.Über Max Wertheimer.Max Wertheimer — Gestaltprophet.Zur Aktualität Max Wertheimers.Verzeichnis der Schriften von Max Wertheimer.Über den Herausgeber.