The article discusses three books: "The Twisting Lane" by Tony Parker, "Frames of Mind" by Liam Hudson, and "Dialogue with Sammy" by McDougall and Lebovici. 1. **"The Twisting Lane" by Tony Parker**: Giles Playfair criticizes Parker's work, arguing that not all criminals are inarticulate and that the book's portrayal of offenders may not be entirely truthful. Playfair suggests that offenders may not be capable of complete honesty and that the book's message about the futility of punitive responses to sex offenses and the arrogance of those who assess culpability is weakened by questioning the reliability of the information. 2. **"Frames of Mind" by Liam Hudson**: H. Gwynne Jor reviews Hudson's book, which explores the distinction between convergers and diversifiers in thinking styles. Convergers excel in conventional IQ tests and are often specialized in physical sciences, while diversifiers are more creative and unconventional. Hudson's research links these styles with personality traits and social context. The book also discusses the practical implications for university selection and academic performance, suggesting that while extreme convergers may struggle in their teens, divergents tend to benefit more during their university career. 3. **"Dialogue with Sammy" by McDougall and Lebovici**: This book is a narrative based on the therapy sessions with a disturbed boy named Sammy, who dictated his thoughts. The book highlights the therapist's ability to connect with Sammy through his primitive imagery and symbolism, making it a valuable resource for those working with children, regardless of their theoretical approach. The review emphasizes the importance of forming a feeling relationship with the child.The article discusses three books: "The Twisting Lane" by Tony Parker, "Frames of Mind" by Liam Hudson, and "Dialogue with Sammy" by McDougall and Lebovici. 1. **"The Twisting Lane" by Tony Parker**: Giles Playfair criticizes Parker's work, arguing that not all criminals are inarticulate and that the book's portrayal of offenders may not be entirely truthful. Playfair suggests that offenders may not be capable of complete honesty and that the book's message about the futility of punitive responses to sex offenses and the arrogance of those who assess culpability is weakened by questioning the reliability of the information. 2. **"Frames of Mind" by Liam Hudson**: H. Gwynne Jor reviews Hudson's book, which explores the distinction between convergers and diversifiers in thinking styles. Convergers excel in conventional IQ tests and are often specialized in physical sciences, while diversifiers are more creative and unconventional. Hudson's research links these styles with personality traits and social context. The book also discusses the practical implications for university selection and academic performance, suggesting that while extreme convergers may struggle in their teens, divergents tend to benefit more during their university career. 3. **"Dialogue with Sammy" by McDougall and Lebovici**: This book is a narrative based on the therapy sessions with a disturbed boy named Sammy, who dictated his thoughts. The book highlights the therapist's ability to connect with Sammy through his primitive imagery and symbolism, making it a valuable resource for those working with children, regardless of their theoretical approach. The review emphasizes the importance of forming a feeling relationship with the child.