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1. Hermann Von Helmholtz
 
2. On the Sensations of Tone (1870;
 
$49.50
3. Letters of Hermann Von Helmholtz
$19.75
4. Science and Culture: Popular and
 
5. The Surgical Diseases of the Ear;
$11.73
6. On the Conservation of Force and
 
7. Popular Lectures on Scientific
 
8. Hermann von Helmholtz. 3 volume
 
9. Selected Writings of Hermann Von
 
$140.58
10. Letters of Hermann Von Helmholtz
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11. Gale Encyclopedia of Psychology:
 
12. Gedächtnissrede auf Hermann von
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13. The Inverse Problem: Symposium
 
14. The inverse Problem: Symposium
 
15. Hermann von Helmholtz.
 
16. Festschrift zur Feier des siebzigsten
 
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17. Koenigsberger's Life of Hermann
 
18. HERMANN VON HELMHOLTZ: ZWEITER
 
19. Hermann von Helmholtz. Translated
 
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20. On the Sensations of Tone As a

1. Hermann Von Helmholtz
by Leo Koenigsberger
 Paperback: Pages (1965)

Asin: B000NX2N1I
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2. On the Sensations of Tone (1870; English 1875) (Thoemmes Press - Classics in Psychology)
by Hermann von Helmholtz
 Hardcover: 852 Pages (1998-11-01)
list price: US$190.00
Isbn: 1855066645
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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The foundational work in physiological acoustics and the greatest single contribution to the psychology of audition. Helmholtz's description of the anatomy and physiology of the auditory system, his analysis of the nature of acoustic events, and his resonance theory of hearing paved the way for all later work in this field.



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5-0 out of 5 stars Thorough, leisurely study of the principles of musical harmony and scales
Part 1 discusses how tones may be perceived as built up by the base tone and the "harmonic upper partial tones". These upper partial tones are what distinguishes different instruments and they determine the "quality of the tone"; e.g. "if only the unevenly numbered partials are present ... the quality of the tone is hollow, and, when a large number of such upper partials are present, nasal", etc. (p. 119). Helmholtz's model of the ear has it that there is a spectrum of hairs in the ear, each with its own mode of vibration. When we hear a tone it is decomposed into its partials through "sympathetic resonance" of the corresponding hairs, and it is this information--i.e. essentially Fourier coefficients--that is sent to the brain. Part 2 discusses the theory of consonance. Again, the Fourier analysis point of view is the key. The consonance or dissonance of two tones is determined by the interaction of the partials of the tones, giving mathematical precision to the idea that "two consonant tones flow on quietly side by side in an undisturbed stream; dissonant tones cut one another up into separate pulses of tone" (p. 226). Thus one can claim that "ultimately, then, the reason of the rational numerical relations of Pythagoras is to be found in the theorem of Fourier, and in one sense this theorem may be considered as the prime source of the theory of harmony" and so "the enigma which, about 2500 years ago, Pythagoras proposed to science ... 'Why is consonance determined by the ratios of small whole numbers?' has been solved by the discovery that the ear resolves all complex sounds into pendular oscillations ... and that it regards as harmonious only such excitement of the nerves as continue without disturbance" (p. 229). Part 3 studies scales; quoting from the conclusion: "the construction of scales ... is a product of artistic invention, and by no means furnished by the natural formation or the natural function of our ear, as it has been hitherto most generally asserted. Of course the laws of the natural function of our ear play a great and influential part in this result; these laws are, as it were, the building stones with which the edifice of our musical system has been erected, and the necessity of accurately understanding the nature of these materials in order to understand the construction of the edifice itself, has been clearly shewn by the course of our investigations upon this very subject. But just as people with differently directed tastes can erect extremely different kinds of buildings with the same stones, so also the history of music shews us that the same properties of the human ear could serve as the foundation of very different musical systems." (p. 366).

5-0 out of 5 stars Good, but very old; read Jeans instead (or something modern)
This book is of historical interest only, I think; it's very well written, but a lot of its content is mind bogglingly outdated, ancient. If you need a readable quick intro into sound, read Jeans's book (the first part of it is updated Helmholtz). Then, if you still need to (as in "know specifically what I'm after and it can be found only in Helmholtz"), you can pick this book; but otherwise, resorting to modern literature will be a much better investment of your time.

5-0 out of 5 stars Misprints.
I found two misprints:

Page 412, last equation on that page, x_2 = -b/(2a). ... : On the right-hand side, there are five terms. Terms number 2 to 5 have to be multiplied by b. In term number 3, replace u^2 by v^2.

Page 417, second of the two equations, r_p = 16 B' B" . ... : The second of the two brackets in the denominator must be squared.

These two misprints occur also in the German original, possibly since 1863.

5-0 out of 5 stars I concur.
This is worthwhile for the reasons already cited (so I need not rehearse them), but it is important to recognize that much of it has been superceded or disproved. I hope those prospective purchasers who have found their way here are aware of Juan Roederer's THE PHYSICS AND PSYCHOPHISICS OF MUSIC--very much recommended!

5-0 out of 5 stars An undisputed classic in the science of hearing and music
Helmholtz's Sensations of Tone became an almost instant classic in the study of hearing when it was published in 1863.It combined the physics, physiology and psychological aspects of hearing in an attempt to explainthe origins of musical harmony and dissonance.Though not easy reading, itis accessible to the non-specialist.However it also provides an importanthistorical resource for the specialist and helps one to understand theorigins of so much of contemporary hearing research.Indeed, in many waysHelmholtz reads more like a contemporary than a long-past founding father. The appendices provided by the translator are helpful as well.Finally,the inexpensive paperback edition from Dover makes this book an excellentbargain. ... Read more


3. Letters of Hermann Von Helmholtz to His Patents : The Medical Education of a German Scientist
 Paperback: 133 Pages (1992-02)
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4. Science and Culture: Popular and Philosophical Essays
by Hermann von Helmholtz
Paperback: 436 Pages (1995-08-30)
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Asin: 0226326594
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Hermann von Helmholtz was a leading figure of nineteenth-century European intellectual life, remarkable even among the many scientists of the period for the range and depth of his interests. A pioneer of physiology and physics, he was also deeply concerned with the implications of science for philosophy and culture.

From the 1850s to the 1890s, Helmholtz delivered more than two dozen popular lectures, seeking to educate the public and to enlighten the leaders of European society and governments about the potential benefits of science and technology to a developing modern society. David Cahan has selected fifteen of these lectures, which reflect the wide range of topics of crucial importance to Helmholtz and his audiences. Among the subjects discussed are the origins of the planetary system, the relation of natural science to science in general, the aims and progress of the physical sciences, the problems of perception, and academic freedom in German universities. This collection also includes Helmholtz's fascinating lectures on the relation of optics to painting and the physiological causes of harmony in music, which provide insight into the relations between science and aesthetics.

Science and Culture makes available again Helmholtz's eloquent arguments on the usefulness, benefits, and, intellectual pleasures of understanding the natural world. With Cahan's Introduction to set these essays in their broader context, this collection makes an important contribution to the philosophical and intellectual history of Europe at a time when science played an increasingly significant role in social, economic, and cultural life.
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5-0 out of 5 stars An excellent collection of Helmholtz's best essays
Hermann von Helmholtz was quite simply one of the most important German scientists of the 19th century.However, what becomes so clear when one peruses the collection edited by David Cahan is that Helmholtz has much ofinterest to say to philosophers, artists, musicians, and historians. Thiscollection includes his most important public addresses on a wide range oftopics and provides a clear portrait of the breadth of Helmholtz'scontributions to science and intellectual life. This provides in Englishwhat is lacking in the original German editions - a readily available,inexpensive edition of Helmholtz's highly influential work. ... Read more


5. The Surgical Diseases of the Ear; The Mechanism of the Ossicles and the Membrana
by Von; Helmholtz, Hermann von ; trans. James Hi Troltsch
 Hardcover: Pages (1874)

Asin: B000HYN6ZU
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6. On the Conservation of Force and Ice and Glaciers
by Hermann Von Helmholtz
Paperback: 78 Pages (2005-12-31)
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7. Popular Lectures on Scientific Subjects, Two Vols.
by Hermann Von Helmholtz
 Hardcover: Pages (1908)

Asin: B000J2R3G8
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8. Hermann von Helmholtz. 3 volume set
by Leo Koenigsberger
 Hardcover: Pages (1902)

Asin: B000XA1AMO
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9. Selected Writings of Hermann Von Helmholtz (Tr from Ger)
by Herman Von Helmholtz
 Hardcover: 542 Pages (1971-10)
list price: US$32.00
Isbn: 0819540390
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10. Letters of Hermann Von Helmholtz to His Wife, 1847-1859 (Boethius)
 Paperback: 210 Pages (1990-02)
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11. Gale Encyclopedia of Psychology: Helmholtz, Hermann von (1821-1894)
by Gale Reference Team
Digital: Pages (2001-01-01)
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Book Description
This article covers Helmholtz, Hermann von (1821-1894): German scientist who conducted breakthrough research on the nervous system.

The article is excerpted fromGale Encyclopedia of Psychology. This single-volume, accessible resource covers the entire spectrum of psychology, including: notable people, theories and terms; landmark case studies and experiments; applications of psychology in advertising, medicine and sports; and career information. More than 650 articles -- 65% of those are entirely new or updated since the last edition. Each article ranges from 25 to 1,500 words, covering the topics researchers want to know about, including:
Abnormal psychology
Bipolar disorder
Dyslexia
Sigmund Freud
Insomnia
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Unconscious motivation
And hundreds more

In addition to more that 175 photographs, charts and graphs, students will also find a new glossary of over 350 terms, an updated organizations list and an updated and expanded index.

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12. Gedächtnissrede auf Hermann von Helmholtz. Gehalten am 28. September 1894 in der Aula der Universität Utrecht
by Th. W Engelmann
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13. The Inverse Problem: Symposium ad Memoriam Hermann von Helmholtz
Hardcover: 245 Pages (1996-01-18)
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14. The inverse Problem: Symposium Ad Memoriam Hermann Von Helmholtz
by Heinz Lubbig
 Hardcover: Pages (1995)

Asin: B000R0CSRQ
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15. Hermann von Helmholtz.
by Leo (1837-1921). [HELMHOLTZ] KOENIGSBERGER
 Paperback: Pages (1903)

Asin: B000ZPLJ0U
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16. Festschrift zur Feier des siebzigsten Geburtstages von Hermann von Helmholtz.
by Karl Wilhelm von (1819-1916), editor]. [HELMHOLTZ] [ZEHENDER
 Hardcover: Pages (1891)

Asin: B000OSUCWO
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17. Koenigsberger's Life of Hermann von Helmholtz: Koenigsbergers Leben des Hermann von Helmholtz
by Leo Koenigsberger
 Hardcover: 950 Pages (2002-02)
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Asin: 1855069490
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18. HERMANN VON HELMHOLTZ: ZWEITER BAND.
 Hardcover: Pages (1903)

Asin: B000HHSF76
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19. Hermann von Helmholtz. Translated by Frances A. Welby, with a Preface by Lord Kelvin
by Leo Koenigsberger
 Hardcover: Pages (1906)

Asin: B00118SYX0
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20. On the Sensations of Tone As a Physiological Basis for the Theory of Music
by Hermann Von Helmholtz
 Hardcover: Pages (2001-01)
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Asin: 0722256310
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