Psychology

Psychology: The Motive Powers, Emotions, Conscience, Will is a book written by James McCosh in 1887. The book is a comprehensive study of the human mind and its various functions. The author delves into the different aspects of psychology, including the motive powers that drive human behavior, the emotions that influence our actions, the conscience that guides our moral decisions, and the will that enables us to make choices and take action. McCosh's work is a blend of philosophy and psychology, with a focus on understanding the human mind and its workings. He explores the role of the mind in shaping our behavior and the various factors that influence our thoughts and actions. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of psychology. In the first section, McCosh discusses the motive powers that drive human behavior. He explores the role of instincts, habits, and desires in shaping our actions and decisions. He also looks at the various factors that influence our motives, including our upbringing, environment, and personal experiences. The second section of the book focuses on emotions and their impact on our behavior. McCosh examines the different types of emotions, such as love, fear, anger, and joy, and how they influence our actions and decisions. He also looks at the physiological and psychological processes that underlie emotions. The third section of the book explores the role of conscience in guiding our moral decisions. McCosh discusses the nature of conscience, its development, and its relationship to moral principles. He also looks at the various factors that can influence our conscience, such as social norms, cultural values, and personal beliefs. Finally, the fourth section of the book focuses on the will and its role in shaping our actions and decisions. McCosh examines the nature of the will, its relationship to motivation and desire, and the various factors that can influence our willpower. Overall, Psychology: The Motive Powers, Emotions, Conscience, Will is a comprehensive study of the human mind and its various functions. McCosh's work is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of human behavior and the factors that influence it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.