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Attachment from infancy to adulthood: The major longitudinal studies Edited by Klaus E. Grossmann, Karin Grossmann and Everett Waters (Guildford Press, £30, 1593851456) Reviewed by Helen Barrett, chair of the International Attachment Network This book contains contributions by almost all the major figures in attachment research since the 1960s. It presents an interesting mix of information, pointing to the nature of the longitudinal studies featured and also their intellectual context. Features include a pithy chapter by Robert Hinde, outlining connections between Bowlby's development of Attachment Theory and ethological theory, a contemplation of the concept of internal working models from Inge...