Book Review: Positive Psychology
As a book critic, I have had the pleasure of delving into the pages of Positive Psychology by C. R. Snyder, Shane J. Lopez, and Jennifer Teramoto Pedrotti. Published by SAGE in 2011, this is an extensive work that spans across 588 pages.
The book explores the topic of positive psychology and aims to provide readers with a comprehensive overview of its different aspects. The authors have done an excellent job of breaking down complex concepts into easy-to-understand language for readers who are not familiar with the subject.
One thing that really stood out to me was how the authors were able to strike a balance between being informative and engaging at the same time. Often, books on academic subjects can be dry and difficult to read, but Positive Psychology manages to keep readers invested in its content throughout.
The authors have also achieved a great level of detail when discussing topics such as positive emotions, character strengths, and motivation. They provide readers with practical tips on how to apply these concepts in their lives.
However, I did find that at times some sections were overly academic and dense. This may make it challenging for those who are just starting out with positive psychology or who do not have a strong academic background.
Overall though, Positive Psychology is an excellent read for anyone looking to gain insights into this fascinating field. It has certainly resonated with me on many levels – encouraging me to focus more on my own character strengths and motivating me to work towards achieving my goals.
On a scale of 1-10, I would give this book an 8 for its informative content and engaging writing style.
Positive Psychology
publishedDate : 2011
authors : C. R. Snyder, Shane J. Lopez, Jennifer Teramoto Pedrotti
publishers : SAGE
pageCount : 588
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