Synopsis
Memory Observed brings together classic and contemporary essays to explore the processes of memory in real-life contexts. Covering such issues as childhood recollections, eyewitness testimony, special memory feats, and memories of famous individuals, the writings support the authors' thesis that understanding how human memory works requires greater emphasis on everyday situations and less on controlled laboratory experiments.
The much-anticipated new edition has been thoroughly updated with over 40% new essays, increased coverage of early childhood memories and memories of traumatic events, and an expanded introductory section. Neisser offers a thought-provoking supplement for courses in memory, learning and cognition.
Booknews
First published in 1982, this volume presents selections, each accompanied by commentary, on the contemporary state of the naturalistic memory field. This edition retains 27 selections from the first edition, with 23 new additions covering such themes as flashbulb memory, childhood amnesia, eyewitness testimony, recall of daily events, and real and imagined trauma. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)