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A Thousand Days Of Wonder: A Scientist'S Chronicle Of His Daughter'S Developing Mind
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A Father'S Intimate Look At His Daughter'S Developing Mind From Birth To Age Threeunlike Any Other Time In Our Lives, We Remember Almost Nothing From Our First Three Years. As Infants, Not Only Are We Like The Proverbial Blank Slate But Our Memories Are Like Teflon: Nothing Sticks. In This Beautifully Written Account Of His Daughter'S First Three Years, Charles Fernyhough Combines His Vivid Observations With A Synthesis Of Developmental Theory, Recreating What That Time, Lost To The Memory Of Adults, Is Like From A Child'S Perspective.In A Thousand Days Of Wonder, Fernyhough, A Psychologist And Novelist, Attempts To Get Inside His Daughter'S Head As She Acquires All The Faculties That Make Us Human, Including Social Skills, Language, Morality, And A Sense Of Self. Written With A Father'S Tenderness And A Novelist'S Empathy And Style, This Unique Book Taps Into A Parent'S Wonder At The Processes Of Psychological Development.
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- Q: What is 'A Thousand Days of Wonder' about? A: The book 'A Thousand Days of Wonder' is an intimate exploration by psychologist Charles Fernyhough of his daughter's developing mind from birth to age three, combining vivid observations with developmental theory to offer insights into early childhood.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Thousand Days of Wonder' is Charles Fernyhough, a psychologist and novelist known for his work on child development.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: This book is available in paperback format and consists of 272 pages.
- Q: When was 'A Thousand Days of Wonder' published? A: The book was published on May 4, 2010.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all parents? A: Yes, 'A Thousand Days of Wonder' is suitable for all parents, especially those interested in understanding child development and the early years of their child's life.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the psychological processes of early childhood development, including social skills, language acquisition, and the formation of self-identity.
- Q: Is this book based on scientific research? A: Yes, the book combines personal anecdotes with developmental psychology research to provide a well-rounded perspective on early childhood.
- Q: What is the condition of used copies of this book? A: Used copies of 'A Thousand Days of Wonder' are typically described as being in good condition, although the exact state may vary by seller.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or photographs in the book? A: The book primarily focuses on text and does not include illustrations or photographs, as it emphasizes the narrative of child development.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for academic study? A: While 'A Thousand Days of Wonder' is not a textbook, it provides valuable insights and perspectives that can be beneficial for students studying psychology or child development.