Routledge Factor Analysis at 100: Historical and Future Study

Explore the evolution of a fundamental statistical tool in the social sciences with Factor Analysis at 100. This book examines the history and future of factor analysis, a method used to investigate latent variables and the core concepts behind individual differences. Developed from a conference held to mark the centennial of Charles Spearman's 1904 article, this work provides a deep look into the origins of this statistical method. It offers a retrospective view of major developments while looking forward to future directions in the field. For researchers and students interested in the history of statistics and its application to social science concepts, this Routledge publication serves as a comprehensive resource on one of the most successful statistical tools in history.