The Ames Demonstrations in Perception: A Guide to Their Construction and Use
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
- Softcover
- New
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United KingdomForgotten Books
AbeBooks seller since June 2, 2021
Condition: New
US$ 18.43
Quantity: Over 20 available
Add to basketItem description from seller
Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of human perception, exploring how our brains interpret the visual information our eyes receive. Through a series of ingenious demonstrations, the author unveils the surprising and often counterintuitive ways in which we construct our visual reality. These demonstrations, developed over many years, range from simple observations of points of light and lines to complex, immersive experiences in specially designed rooms. Each demonstration isolates specific visual cues, allowing us to observe how manipulating these cues impacts our perception of size, distance, and even the very nature of the objects we see. By deconstructing our visual experiences in this way, the author challenges our assumptions about how we see the world and reveals the powerful influence of both visual and non-visual factors on our perception. This book offers a compelling journey into the hidden workings of the human mind, demonstrating that what we see is not simply a reflection of the world around us, but rather a complex construction shaped by our own unique experiences and interpretations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…
Seller Inventory # 9781527793200_0
- Title
- The Ames Demonstrations in Perception: A Guide to Their Construction and Use
- Author
- William H. Ittelson
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1527793206
- ISBN 13
- 9781527793200
- Seller catalogs
- Physics
In this volume I have attempted to present some of the more im portant demonstrations in perception that have been developed by Adelbert Ames, Jr initially with the Dartmouth Eye Institute and later with the Institute for Associated Research at Hanover, New Hamp shire. Taken together, these demonstrations have over a period of time acquired for themselves a name, the Ames demonstrations; a name that is emphatically rejected by Ames himself, who insists on the coopera tive nature of the endeavor that produced them and generously over emphasizes the contributions of his coworkers. Nevertheless, the Ames demonstrations would not exist except for the unique combination of creative imagination and technical ingenuity of the man from whom they derive their name. Taken as a whole, the demonstrations make it possible to observe perceptual phenomena ranging from the simplest visual experiences to extremely complex situations involving action. It is increasingly be ing recognized that they offer a coherent and comprehensive series of observations of importance to psychology, psychiatry, philosophy, edu cation, art and architecture, and related fields. Increased use of the demonstrations in research and educational centers has been accompanied by increased demand for details of their construction and Operation. Although there are several manuscripts and publications describing one or more of the demonstrations, as yet there is no available source in which all the demonstrations are described or even listed and in which detailed information is presented from which they Can be constructed. The purpose of the present work is to fill this gap. With this end in View, each demonstration is treated separately as a physical piece of laboratory equipment, with the following information provided.
"Synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Forgotten Books
London, United Kingdom
AbeBooks seller since June 2, 2021
Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
| Item | 5 to 10 business days | 5 to 10 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | US$ 0.00 | US$ 0.00 |
Payment methods
Store description
Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.
Specialty
TradeSeller's business information
FB &c Ltd
Dalton House, 60 Windsor Avenue
London, United Kingdom SW19 2RR
Terms of sale
All books are Print on Demand and will be printed upon purchase and shipped in New Condition. Orders typically ship within 3-5 business days. If you're dissatisfied with your purchase (Incorrect Book/Not as Described/Damaged) or if the order hasn't arrived, you're eligible for a refund within 30 days of the estimated delivery date. If you've changed your mind about a book that you've ordered, please use the ask bookseller a question link to contact us and we'll respond within 2 business days.
Other policies
Please note that we cannot accept cancellation requests once an order has been placed.
All Forgotten Books titles are printed on demand. The moment an order is submitted, it is automatically transmitted to our distributor and then forwarded to the printer, where it enters production. This process begins within minutes and is entirely automated.
A cancellation, however, is a manual, multi-step request that must pass through several systems. By the time such a request reaches the appropriate stage, the book has almost always been printed, packed, or already dispatched, which makes cancellation impossible.
For this reason, we kindly ask that you double-check the title, edition, and your shipping details before placing an order.
If you change your mind after ordering, you are welcome to return the book once it arrives, and a refund will be issued in accordance with AbeBooks’ return policy.
Please also make sure your address is correct before ordering as we will no be able to intervene and make changes before the book is shipped.
We can provide digital samples for all our print books ahead, so don't hesitate to reach out.
Returns
As a small publisher we do not have the facilities to resell returned books, so any returned book will be recycled. If the book is damaged or defective please continue with the return process, and thank you for letting us know so that we can improve our products. If you’re returning for another reason, however, please consider whether you could donate or gift the book instead so that it avoids the waste pile.
Thank you in advance!
Shipping terms
We are committed to minimizing our environmental impact and reducing shipping costs by manufacturing and shipping our products as close to our customers as possible. For orders within the United States, your items are shipped from the USA with final delivery done by USPS.
UK and European orders are fulfilled from the UK through various couriers.
Canadian orders may be shipped from either Canada or the USA via Canada Post or UPS, depending on the size of the order.
For our customers in other regions around the world, we ensure that your orders are shipped from the closest available location to reduce delivery times and carbon footprint. Our goal is to deliver your products efficiently, no matter where you are located.
Please be aware that depending on the size of your order and local legislation in your country, there may be additional taxes, customs duties, and fees imposed by the destination country. These charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. They are the responsibility of the customer and must be paid upon delivery.
We recommend checking with your local customs office for more information on potential charges before placing your order. Forgotten Books is not responsible for any customs duties, taxes, or fees incurred.