Games People Play: The Psychology of Human Relationships
Human: Games People Play is a psychology book about patterns in social interactions and relationships. The listing describes Eric Berne’s discussion of relationship, power and competitive games, with a focus on understanding behaviour and communication.
At a glance
- Discusses recurring social interactions, including relationship, power and competitive games.
- The listing presents the book as a guide to understanding communication and interpersonal behaviour.
Reference price: €10.33
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Its focus on social patterns and relationships suits readers interested in interpreting everyday interactions.
- The listed 176-page length makes the scope easy to gauge before buying.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Penguin Life |
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| Publication date | 7 January 2010 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 176 pages |
| Weight listed | 130 g |
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| Dimensions | 5.08 x 0.47 x 7.76 inches |
| ISBN-10 | 9780241257470 |
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| ISBN-13 | 978-0241257470 |
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Listing details to confirm
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Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in social psychology and interpersonal relationships.
- Readers seeking a conceptual guide to communication patterns.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate customer ratings lean positive, with five-star ratings forming the largest group, alongside a smaller spread across lower star categories. This suggests a generally favourable reception but does not show what readers specifically liked or disliked, so it cannot establish whether the book's approach will suit an individual reader.
Frequently asked questions
What topics does Games People Play cover?
The listing describes a book about patterns in social interaction, including relationship, power and competitive games, and their connection to communication.
How long is this edition?
The listing gives a print length of 176 pages.
What language is the listed edition in?
The product details list the language as English.
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