Sensation and Perception

This highly acclaimed book provides a theoretically balanced introduction to the study of basic physiology and sensory responses. The authors survey a broad range of topics and present different theories and perspectives in controversial areas.
∗ Demonstrations allow the reader to experience many of the perceptual phenomena firsthand using common household items or illustrations in the book.
∗ Describes natural instances of perceptual phenomena to bring the subject matter to life.

Spis treści:
Preface.
Sensation and Perception.
Measuring Perception.
Brightness & Color.
The Auditory System.
Hearing.
Taste, Smell, Touch, and Pain.
Patterns and Edges.
Space.
Objects and Scenes.
Time.
Motion.
Attention.
Consciousness.
Development.
Learning and Experience.
References.
Index.