The first scientific text on the psychology of memory. Relating retention to repetition, describing the shape of the forgetting curve, and measuring strength of association, Hermann Ebbinghaus extended the province of systematic, experimental research to the higher mental processes.
Exploring the foundations of psychology, this work by Hermann Ebbinghaus delves into the study of memory and learning processes. Ebbinghaus is renowned for his pioneering experiments on memory retention and forgetting curves, offering insights into how information is acquired and retained over time. His empirical approach laid the groundwork for future psychological research, making this text a significant contribution to the field. The reproduction captures his original ideas and methodologies, preserving the essence of early psychological exploration.