William Stern published 2 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with The Psychological Methods of Testing Intelligence (1914). The best-known is Psychology of Early Childhood Up to the Sixth Year of Age (1924).
Updated September 2026
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Psychology of Early Childhood Up to the Sixth Year of Age
William Stern's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Psychology of Early Childhood Up to the Sixth Year of Age (1924)
General Psychology from the Personalistic Standpoint (1938)
Other books in order
The Psychological Methods of Testing Intelligence (1914)
About William Stern
Louis William Stern was a German American psychologist and philosopher who originated personalistic psychology, which placed emphasis on the individual by examining measurable personality traits as well as the interaction of those traits within each person to create the self.
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William Stern FAQ
- How many books has William Stern written?
- William Stern published 2 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read William Stern's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Psychology of Early Childhood Up to the Sixth Year of Age.
- What is William Stern's last book?
- General Psychology from the Personalistic Standpoint (1938).
- What is William Stern's most famous book?
- Psychology of Early Childhood Up to the Sixth Year of Age (1924) is William Stern's most widely read book.
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