Every chapter in the latest edition of this popular textbook has been thoroughly revised for increased readability and upgraded with new information. Explains how the physical world interacts with and stimulates the senses and, in turn, how the senses and the nervous system tranform, integrate and process the stimulation. Contains a broad and balanced treatment of the theories, principles and basic findings of the subject. Features new material on bottom-up processes, top-down processes, motion detectors, the psychological and physiological factors which mediate space perception, the uniqueness of speech and the McGurk effect. No other text on sensation can match the number and diversity of figures found in this edition.
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Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A revised text covering all of the senses, with a section on the perception of music and time. It includes the latest work in this area, as well as some historical perspectives. The book has numerous pedagogical features which aim to make its material more accessible to the student. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR002048096
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Seller: Buchmarie, Darmstadt, Germany
Condition: Good. Seller Inventory # 3690342_77a_x
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