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4-6Think like a Scientist series.
Featuring an integrated approach to the social sciences, four chapters cover varied subtopics, such as a history of psychology. Color photos--often full-page--illustrate the text, with occasionally random placement. Captions and biographical sketches of classic and contemporary scientists, such as Adam Smith and Napoleon Chagnon, are engaging, but sources are skimpy at best. Some small experiments are suggested. Websites. Bib., glos., ind.