Observations On The Structure Of The Brain: Comprising An Estimate Of The Claims Of Drs. Gall And Spurzheim (1817)

Gordon, Professor John

ISBN 10: 1166594912 / ISBN 13: 9781166594916

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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• Title: Observations On The Structure Of The Brain: Comprising An Estimate Of The Claims Of Drs. Gall And Spurzheim (1817)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1166594912
• ISBN 13: 9781166594916
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Observations On The Structure Of The Brain: Comprising An Estimate Of The Claims Of Drs. Gall And Spurzheim is a book written by John Gordon in 1817. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the structure of the brain and evaluates the claims made by two prominent neuroscientists of the time, Drs. Gall and Spurzheim. The author begins by discussing the anatomy of the brain and the different parts that make up the organ. He then goes on to describe the theories put forth by Gall and Spurzheim, who believed that the brain was composed of a number of distinct organs, each responsible for a particular mental function. Gordon evaluates the claims made by these two neuroscientists and provides his own analysis of their theories. He discusses the strengths and weaknesses of their ideas and provides his own perspective on the structure and function of the brain. Overall, Observations On The Structure Of The Brain is a detailed and insightful analysis of the brain and the theories put forth by two prominent neuroscientists of the time. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of neuroscience or the structure and function of the brain.To Discovery In The Anatomy Of That Organ.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.