| Abstract: | Alfred J. Marrow's career as a psychologist was just starting when Kurt Lewin came to the United States in 1934. From then until his death on March 3, 1978, Marrow exerted a continuous influence on American psychology that reflected his admiration for and identification with Lewin. Marrow was attracted to Lewin's approach to psychology because it encompassed two poles, ranging from the most abstract mathematical theory to the most active concern for the solution of social problems. And although Marrow appreciated the significance of Lewin's theory, he clearly identified more strongly with Lewin's passion for using psychology to improve the quality of life. He was first and foremost a man of action who was most successful in applying the Lewinian methods of action research to problems of managing organizations and reducing prejudices. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved) |
