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With balanced coverage of all the senses, this book offers a comprehensive examination of sensation and perception. By looking into how all the senses work together, Goldstein is able to show readers how seemingly simple experiences are actually extremely complex reactions. The author examines both the psychophysical and physiological underpinnings of perception, presenting both in a way students find interesting and easy to follow. Also included are hands-on demonstrations, providing perceptual experiences that illustrate some of the principles discussed in the text. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

good info; bad presentation
Make no mistake; the author is clearly a smart man who knows what he is talking about.Unfortunately, this book does a horrible job with the overall presentation, making it difficult to understand.I have had several textbooks throughout college and I find this to be one of the most boring textbooks I have ever encountered.I only wish that the author would bring this book to someone to fix out the format and layout in order to make it a more interesting, understandable read.All textbooks give over tons of information; pick one that is not so incredibly boring.

Great book for a confusing topic
I took a sensations and perceptions psychology class last year, and suffice it to say, I was in over my head. My teacher did a horrible job at explaining things and his notes were even worse. When I got this book, I thought it was a god-send. Goldstein explained all the topics in such a clear and concise manner that I found myself wondering why I didn't understand it before. Turns out the topic wasn't so hard to understand, it just takes great talent to explain it in a good way. Fortunately, Goldstein has that talent. I learned so much from the book, which was also interesting to read.

I have had Dr. Goldstein for this class...
Even though I am an Architectural Studies at Pitt, I nevertheless found myself in Dr. Goldstein's Sensation and Perception class this summer. I think the book is excellent and truly conveys Dr. Goldstein's personality.He is a fun guy, and an expert on the subject.He shares many of his "tips" for understanding sensation and perception to those of you who aren't fortunate enough to hear him lecture.

Very well-written in REAL language, great diagrams.

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One of the few texts I saved from college
I have the 4th edition of this fine text, and it is a terrific reference.Any time I have a question about my senses, I turn to this book.If you've ever wondered how it is that you perceive sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch, this is really informative.It thoroughly describes the "input devices" (skin, eyes, ears, etc.) and how they interact with the CPU (brain).

If you don't need it for class, buy it used.If you do need it for class, don't sell it back for beer money.

biology in disguise
This book is an instrument to understanding our senses and hour our brain interprets the world through this sensory information.Though, at first, it feels like a Biology 101 class, the author is superb at explaining thecomplex processes of our brain and sensory systems.I am particularlyimpressed with the organization and development.Very real, fun examplesare used to explain some of the phenomenons our sensory system"creates" for us every day.Concentrating on vision, this bookexplores the wonderful world of perception and how we interpret ourenvironment.The material will pleasantly surprise you!My complements tothe author. ... Read more

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Now available in paperback. This revised and updated edition of the definitive resource for experimental psychology offers comprehensive coverage of the latest findings in the field, as well as the most recent contributions in methodology and the explosion of research in neuroscience. Volume One: Sensation and Perception focuses on sensory experience and complex learned perceptions through modalities such as vision, touch, smell, and hearing.Download Description
Now available in paperback.  This revised and updated edition of the definitive resource for experimental psychology offers comprehensive coverage of the latest findings in the field, as well as the most recent contributions in methodology and the explosion of research in neuroscience. Volume One: Sensation and Perception focuses on sensory experience and complex learned perceptions through modalities such as vision, touch, smell, and hearing. ... Read more

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This state-of-the-art handbook provides an authoritative overview of the field of perception, with special emphasis on new developments and trends.

• Surveys the entire field of perception, including vision, hearing, taste, olfaction, and cutaneous sensibility.
  
• Ideal for researchers and teachers looking for succinct, state-of-the-art overviews of areas outside their speciality, and for anyone wanting to know about current research and future trends.
  
• Uses a tutorial approach that results in a balanced description of topics.
  
• A 'Selected Readings' section points to general references that provide more detailed treatments of each topic; 'Additional Topics' provide references to important topics.
  
• Written by noted authorities in the field.
  
• Now available in full text online via xreferplus, the award-winning reference library on the web from xrefer. For more information, visit www.xreferplus.com

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This scarce antiquarian book is included in our special Legacy Reprint Series. In the interest of creating a more extensive selection of rare historical book reprints, we have chosen to reproduce this title even though it may possibly have occasional imperfections such as missing and blurred pages, missing text, poor pictures, markings, dark backgrounds and other reproduction issues beyond our control. Because this work is culturally important, we have made it available as a part of our commitment to protecting, preserving and promoting the world's literature. ... Read more