An Elementary Study of the Brain (Classic Reprint)

Eben W. Fiske

ISBN 10: 1330435648 / ISBN 13: 9781330435649

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book provides an accessible introduction to the study of the human brain, approaching it from a biological standpoint. It begins by exploring the evolution of the brain, providing a foundation for understanding its complexity. The author takes the sheep's brain as a model for investigating the anatomy of the human brain, offering a detailed examination of its major structures and their functions. The book delves into topics such as the development of the brain from the embryonic stage, exploring how its structures take form and connect. It also examines the interdependence of cerebral anatomy and physiology, highlighting how the brain's physical structure influences its ability to control bodily functions and engage in cognitive processes. Through this comprehensive approach, the book offers valuable insights into the intricate world of the human brain, making it an essential resource for students, researchers, and anyone interested in the field of neuroscience. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: An Elementary Study of the Brain (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330435648
• ISBN 13: 9781330435649
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biology

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Synopsis

An Elementary Study of the Brain offers a simple, hands‑on introduction to brain anatomy and function.

This clear lab manual guides beginners through dissection and study of the sheep brain, using real photos and diagrams to connect structure with basic physiology and psychology. It emphasizes practical learning, showing how anatomy relates to nervous system function and behavior, with a view toward broader understanding of the human brain.

This edition frames the subject around elementary principles, linking brain structure to development, evolution, and sensory and motor processes. It integrates anatomy with physiology and psychology to help readers interpret what they see in dissections and sections, and it encourages careful, step‑by‑step exploration suitable for classroom use.

• Learn the major brain regions and how they connect, including cortex, corpus callosum, ventricles, and basal ganglia.
• Understand how nerve pathways underlie sensation, movement, and basic cognitive functions.
• Follow guided dissection steps with questions and cues to identify key structures.
• See real illustrations and notes that bridge anatomy with physiology and psychology.

Ideal for students, instructors, and curious readers seeking a foundational, educational look at the brain through anatomy, physiology, and the science of nervous systems.