Cognition and Environment: Functioning in an Uncertain World

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Kaplan, Rachel

Kaplan, Stephen

Psychology & Counseling

Praeger Pub Text

"Nature seems to be important to people." (intro.) The psychological reasons for this interest, fascination, and affection are the basic aims of this scientifically based, readable and useful book. It attempts to establish a basic understanding of nature experiences from window box to wilderness. Paperback edition (unseen), $13.95. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

The Experience of Nature: A Psychological Perspective

Science & Math

Cambridge University Press

A study of the natural environment, people, and the relationship between them. The authors offer a research-based analysis of the vital psychological role that nature plays. They try to understand how people perceive nature and what kinds of natural environments they prefer.

In a world where religious pluralism is a necessity of modern life, diverse religions exist for the diverse people populating the earth. Theologically, how do people of different faiths find liberation in their separate gods simultaneously? Stephen Kaplan answers this question with his new book, Different Paths, Different Summits. He presents a model for religious pluralism that does not fall victim to the criticisms of pluralist models. Religious positions do not need to be transcended in order for varying faiths to be both honored and liberating simultaneously. Kaplan skillfully depicts three different realties, a theistic ultimate reality, a monistic ultimate reality, and a process non-dualism, along with their beliefs. His model allows for each to exit simultaneously, mutually interpenetrating and distinct.

Different Paths, Different Summits: A Model for Religious Pluralism

Religion & Spirituality

Christian Books & Bibles

Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

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Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Etc Pubns

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Humanscape: Environments for People

Kaplan, Rachael

Sociology

Ulrichs Books

Very helpful book for those who want to understand the basic concepts about cognitive maps and transfer of knowledge.

Cognition and Environment : Functioning in an Uncertain World

In this volume concerning the natural environment, people, and the relationship between them, Rachel and Stephen Kaplan offer the first research-based analysis of the vital psychological role that nature plays in our lives. Over a period of twenty years, the authors have sought to understand how people perceive nature and what types of natural environments they prefer, what psychological benefits they seem to derive from wilderness experiences, and why backyard gardens are especially important to some people. The book examines the satisfactions and advantages that various natural settings bring to us. While many readers may have little doubt that the natural environment makes a difference to them, they may be suprised to discover the pervasiveness of its impact on people of diverse ages and cultural heritages. Beyond the awe-inspiring mountains and waterfalls, many comparatively simple natural settings foster tranquility and well-being. The book explores questions such as: Is the effect of nature on people as powerful as it intuitively seems to be? What makes natural settings so compelling? How do settings restore bodily health? Are some natural patterns more effective than others? Are there ways to design, manage, and interpret natural environments so as to enhance their beneficial influences? A wide audience will find this analysis of our natural environment compelling and insightful.

Experience of Nature

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