The book "The Psychology and Pedagogy of Reading" by Edmund Burke Huey, published in 1908, explores the psychological and pedagogical aspects of reading. The author begins by discussing the historical significance of reading, noting its evolution from ancient times to modern society. He highlights the mysterious and revered nature of reading in early cultures, where it was associated with divine powers and the interpretation of symbols. The book also addresses the psychological processes involved in reading, such as the eye's movement, visual perception, and the mental and physical characteristics of speech. Huey emphasizes the importance of understanding the reading process to improve educational practices. He reviews various experimental studies on reading, noting the contributions of researchers like Javal, Romanes, Quantz, Erdmann, and Dodge. The book includes detailed descriptions of eye movements during reading, showing that readers make quick, discontinuous movements from side to side, with pauses between fixations. These movements are crucial for understanding the text, as most reading is done visually rather than through continuous fixation. The author also discusses the history of reading methods and texts, tracing the development of alphabets, printed pages, and the evolution of reading instruction. He critiques traditional methods and suggests more effective approaches, emphasizing the need for a rational and scientific approach to teaching reading. The book concludes with a discussion on the hygiene of reading, including the physical and mental effects of prolonged reading and the importance of proper reading materials. Overall, "The Psychology and Pedagogy of Reading" aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the reading process, offering insights that can inform both psychological research and educational practices.The book "The Psychology and Pedagogy of Reading" by Edmund Burke Huey, published in 1908, explores the psychological and pedagogical aspects of reading. The author begins by discussing the historical significance of reading, noting its evolution from ancient times to modern society. He highlights the mysterious and revered nature of reading in early cultures, where it was associated with divine powers and the interpretation of symbols. The book also addresses the psychological processes involved in reading, such as the eye's movement, visual perception, and the mental and physical characteristics of speech. Huey emphasizes the importance of understanding the reading process to improve educational practices. He reviews various experimental studies on reading, noting the contributions of researchers like Javal, Romanes, Quantz, Erdmann, and Dodge. The book includes detailed descriptions of eye movements during reading, showing that readers make quick, discontinuous movements from side to side, with pauses between fixations. These movements are crucial for understanding the text, as most reading is done visually rather than through continuous fixation. The author also discusses the history of reading methods and texts, tracing the development of alphabets, printed pages, and the evolution of reading instruction. He critiques traditional methods and suggests more effective approaches, emphasizing the need for a rational and scientific approach to teaching reading. The book concludes with a discussion on the hygiene of reading, including the physical and mental effects of prolonged reading and the importance of proper reading materials. Overall, "The Psychology and Pedagogy of Reading" aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the reading process, offering insights that can inform both psychological research and educational practices.