http://www.loc.gov/mods/v3 http://www.loc.gov/standards/mods/v3/mods-3-2.xsd
xiii, 514 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
This text offers an introduction to modern social psychology. The author probes the patterns and motives of human behavior, covering such diverse topics as terrorism, conformity, obedience, politics, race relations, advertising, war, interpersonal attraction and the power of religious cults.
What is social psychology? -- Conformity -- Mass communication, propaganda, and persuasion -- Social cognition -- Self-justification -- Human aggression -- Prejudice -- Liking, loving, and interpersonal sensitivity -- Social psychology as a science.
Includes bibliographical references and indexes.