Hans Eysenck

By: Josh Graham

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Pioneers of Human Behaviour: Hans Eysenck
A Gateway to His Life, Theories, and Legacy

Few psychologists have influenced as many fields—or courted as much controversy—as Hans Eysenck. One of the most prolific figures in the history of psychology, Eysenck reshaped our understanding of personality, championed evidence-based therapy, and brought scientific rigour to the forefront of psychological research.

In this concise yet powerful volume, Pioneers of Human Behaviour: Hans Eysenck distils his life’s work into clear, engaging chapters. From his early defiance of Nazi ideology and his groundbreaking research at the Maudsley Hospital to the creation of the three-factor model of personality, this book offers both a portrait of the man and a gateway into his enduring impact on modern psychology.

Alongside an accessible exploration of Eysenck’s theories, you’ll discover:

• How his three-factor model of personality became a foundation for modern trait theory

• Why his critique of psychotherapy sparked decades of debate and research

• The creation and use of the Eysenck Personality Questionnaire in clinical and occupational settings

• His role in advancing behaviour therapy and evidence-based psychological practice

• The controversies over his views on intelligence, genetics, and health—and how they still resonate today

Part biography, part theory guide, and part reflection on his legacy, this book makes Eysenck’s influential yet often polarising ideas accessible without losing their complexity. Whether you are a student, therapist, or simply curious about the minds that shaped modern psychology, this volume offers a balanced, engaging introduction to one of the field’s most remarkable and debated thinkers.

The Pioneers of Human Behaviour series celebrates the lives and legacies of psychology’s greatest minds, presenting timeless insights in a format designed to inspire, inform, and endure.