£77.42

Psychology Press - Play and Exploration in Children and Animals

Price data checked 2 days ago

View at Amazon

Price History & Forecast

Last 89 days • 89 data points

Historical
Generating forecast...
£80.37 £71.67 £73.57 £75.47 £77.36 £79.26 £81.16 29 January 2026 20 February 2026 14 March 2026 05 April 2026 27 April 2026

Price Distribution

Price distribution over 89 days • 7 price levels

Days at Price
Current Price
5 days 12 days 36 days 11 days · current 8 days 6 days 11 days 0 9 18 27 36 £72 £73 £77 £77 £78 £79 £80 Days at Price

Price Analysis

Most common price: £77 (36 days, 40.4%)

Price range: £72 - £80

Price levels: 7 different prices over 89 days

Description

Why do young animals and children spend so much energy on activities that seem to have no immediate purpose? This book by Power addresses the long-standing paradox of play and exploration. While play can expose young species to risks like injury or predation, it remains a fundamental part of development across many species. This text provides a comprehensive and state-of-the-art review of decades of empirical research. It examines the biological and behavioral questions surrounding why exploration is so common. By looking at the subject from multiple angles, the book offers a deep dive into the scientific debates that have shaped our understanding of animal and human behavior. Readers will find a detailed analysis of both solitary activities and social play with peers. Whether you are studying animal behavior or child psychology, this work offers a clear look at the research that explains the necessity of play in the natural world.

Key Features

Provides a comprehensive review of decades of empirical research regarding exploration and play in both children and animals.

Examines the biological paradox of why young species engage in high-risk activities that lack immediate survival purposes.

Offers a state-of-the-art analysis of current scientific debates and findings in the field of animal behavior.

Covers a wide range of behaviors including solitary activity and social play involving peers.

Feature 1. A unique interlocking pattern with deep grooves and ridges that will trap moisture, water, dirt, mush and slush. A great way to provide complete trunk - cargo area protection. 2. A distinct blend TPO rubber material has industry grade durability and the nature of non-deformation. 3. 3D scan patterns ensure to cut well for exact fit. 4. Easy installation and cleaning. Package Included 1 x Trunk Rear Floor mat Tips for crease Notice:The liner may is deformed and has a large crease in the middle from the packing and shipping (folded in the middle), but was easily resolved. 1.You just left the liner on driveway in the sun for 30 minutes and it returned to the original shape. 2.Lay it flat and put something heavy on and it will regain normal shape about 2~3 days 3.You can use a hair dryer (heated to the maximum) to heat and press the crease position of the liner, the creases will soon disappear, or the liner will return to its original shape after being laid flat for a few days.

Product Specifications

Format
hardcover
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
01 November 1999
Listed Since
23 December 2006

Barcode

No barcode data available