Explains the development and principles of the learning theories of Thorndike, Pavlov, Guthrie, Hull, Tolman, Skinner, Piaget, and Freud, and the behaviorist, Gestalt, functionalist, and information-processing schools. Bibliogs.

Set in Montana, ‘Chip of the Flying U’ introduces us to the eponymous cowboy and the Happy family. Chip is awkward around women, but when he meets the gun-toting Dr Della Whitmore, things are about to take a different turn. A beautifully-detailed look at life in the Old West, this story has romance at its heart but doesn’t skimp on presenting things as they were, warts and all. ́Chip of the Flying U’ is a superb read for fans of Oliver Wister's ́The Virginian ́ and for those looking for an introduction to Bower’s work. Born Bertha Muzzy Sinclair Bower, BM Bower (1871 – 1940) was originally from Minnesota. However, when she was 18, her family moved to Montana, where she gained first-hand experience of the ranch life that was to so influence her books. A year later, she eloped with her first husband to Big Sandy. Finding herself in an unhappy marriage, she sought escapism through writing. Her first novel, ‘Chip of the Flying U’ gave Bower the financial independence to leave her husband. After relocating to Tacoma, Bower continued to write for ‘Popular Magazine’ before remarrying, this time to Bill Sinclair, who also had literary aspirations. This union, too, was short-lived and Bower moved to Hollywood, where she met her third and final husband, Bud Cowan. Over her career, Bower wrote more than 50 novels, all focussing on the western way of life. Unusually for the time, she paid as much attention to her female characters, as the male leads. She died in Los Angeles, aged 68.

Published in 1980, part of the Experimental Psychology series. This book proposes and tests a theory about human memory, about how a person encodes, retains, and retrieves information from memory. This edition contains two major parts. First is the historical analysis of associationism and its countertraditions. This still provides the framework that has been used to relate the current research to an important intellectual tradition. This is reproduced without comment from the original book; historical analyses do not need as rapid revision as theoretical analyses. The second part of the book reproduces the major components of the HAM theory.

Experience the thrill and charm of the Wild West with Chip, of the Flying U by B. M. Bower. This exciting tale immerses readers in the life of Chip, a dashing cowboy in Montana's Flying U Ranch. Bower's vivid storytelling breathes life into the characters and landscapes of the American West. B. M. Bower's mastery of Western vernacular and her authentic depiction of cowboy life make Chip, of the Flying U a standout in Western fiction. If you're a fan of captivating characters, intriguing plots, and the allure of cowboy life, this book is a must-read. So, saddle up and get ready for an adventurous ride with Chip, of the Flying U by B. M. Bower. Secure your copy today and embark on a journey to the heart of the American West.

Immerse yourself in the gripping world of Western fiction with You Ask Anybody by B. M. Bower. Bower's storytelling transports readers into the heart of the American West, where life is governed by the law of the land, cowboy wit, and relentless determination. Known for her vivid characterizations and authentic depictions of cowboy life, B. M. Bower delivers an engaging tale of grit, tenacity, and the triumph of the human spirit in You Ask Anybody. It's a story that resonates with the timeless allure of the Old West. Experience the captivating charm of Western life. Grab your copy of You Ask Anybody by B. M. Bower today and embark on a thrilling journey to the heart of the American frontier.

'Bower's book is a devastating indictment' Sunday Times 'Explosive ... Bower reveals a remarkable and sinister picture of the man who likes to appear as the ever-smiling hero' Daily Mail A sensational critical biography of the man and his business practices. No British tycoon is better known, few claim to be richer and none has masterminded a more recognisable brand than Richard Branson. What is behind the success of the buccaneering balloonist, the tabloids' favourite celebrity nude, the 'grinning jumper' and the scourge of corporate goliaths? Tom Bower has a uncovered a different tale to the one so eagerly promoted by Virgin's publicists. Here is the full story of Branson: his businesses, his friendships, his ambition, his law-breaking, his drug-taking, his bullying. Offering an intimate scrutiny of exactly how Richard Branson created and sold himself, this biography reveals Branson to be a single-minded profiteer who, while occasionally generous to others, has a fixed purpose to enhance his family's wealth in secret off-shore trust funds. Instead of a glittering saint, Branson emerges as a devious actor, proud of plucking for his own profit the good ideas of others.

Life at the Flying U Ranch in the Bear Paw country of Montana was pleasant—until thousands of sheep invaded the coulee. B. M. Bower casts the ancient enmity between cattlemen and sheepmen in her own robust and slyly humorous style. Flying U Ranch brings back the Happy Family of cowboys introduced in Chip of the Flying U. Bertha Muzzy Bower, a Montanan herself, understood the joshing, boasting, and thoroughly decent young hands who worked at the Flying U—Andy, Pink, Slim, Big Medicine, Happy Jack, and the other members of the Happy Family. Here they must confront defiant sheepherders just when Chip and the Old Man are in Chicago. Bower delights in showing how they deal with rage and frustration without resorting to violence. The witty and nervy Flying U bunch gets satisfaction from a difficult situation justly ended.

B. M. Bower's collection of 26 novels & 16 tales set in the Old West captures the essence of the American frontier with vivid detail and engaging storytelling. Bower's writing style is marked by a combination of rugged realism and romanticism, creating a rich tapestry of characters and landscapes that transport the reader back to the untamed wilderness of the West. The stories explore themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for survival in a harsh and unforgiving environment. With illustrations that bring the scenes to life, this collection is a must-read for fans of Western literature and those interested in the history of the American frontier. B. M. Bower's work stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of the Western genre and the timeless tales of courage and adventure that continue to captivate readers today.

Chip, of the Flying U by B. M. Bower B. M. (Bertha Muzzy) Bower was the first woman to make a career out of writing popular westerns. And what a career she was: more than sixty novels published from 1904 to 1940, the year of her death, and even more posthumous. In western orbit, Bower was - and still is - a star. Her first, Chip of the Flying U, sets up a ranch in Montana and features the Happy Family, the dorm gang that reappears in her later books. Chip is the typical shy cowboy of women, but he is also a gifted artist (Bower is said to have based the character on Charles M. Russell, who illustrated Chip). Della, a doctor, is the young woman who upsets her lonely life. The result as a quality ranch love story. Chip of the Flying U was a huge success leading to several film releases, one of which chose Hoot Gibson as the Chip. Today's readers, who grew up watching Westerns on television, will appreciate Bower's cinematic style. After living much of her life in Chouteau County, Montana, she moved to Los Angeles, close to the film industry that has increasingly fascinated her.

Life at the Flying U Ranch in the Bear Paw country of Montana was pleasant?until thousands of sheep invaded the coulee. B. M. Bower casts the ancient enmity between cattlemen and sheepmen in her own robust and slyly humorous style. Flying U Ranch brings back the Happy Family of cowboys introduced in Chip of the Flying U. Bertha MuzzyøBower, a Montanan herself, understood the joshing, boasting, and thoroughly decent young hands who worked at the Flying U?Andy, Pink, Slim, Big Medicine, Happy Jack, and the other members of the Happy Family. Here they must confront defiant sheepherders just when Chip and the Old Man are in Chicago. Bower delights in showing how they deal with rage and frustration without resorting to violence. The witty and nervy Flying U bunch gets satisfaction from a difficult situation justly ended.