Visual Illusions: Their Causes, Characteristics and Applications: Their Causes, Characteristics And Applications (1922) - Hardcover

Inhaltsangabe

""Visual Illusions: Their Causes, Characteristics And Applications"" is a book written by Matthew Luckiesh in 1922. It is a comprehensive study of the phenomenon of visual illusions, exploring their causes, characteristics, and practical applications. The book delves into the science behind visual illusions, examining the ways in which the human brain processes visual information and how this can lead to misperceptions. It also explores the many different types of visual illusions, from simple optical illusions to more complex perceptual illusions.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of visual illusions. The first section provides an overview of the science of visual perception, discussing the workings of the eye and the brain and how they interact to create our visual experiences. The second section focuses on the different types of visual illusions, including geometric illusions, color illusions, and motion illusions. The third section explores the practical applications of visual illusions, including their use in art, design, and advertising.Throughout the book, Luckiesh uses a variety of illustrations and diagrams to help explain the concepts and theories he discusses. He also includes numerous examples of visual illusions, both classic and contemporary, to demonstrate the principles he outlines. Overall, ""Visual Illusions: Their Causes, Characteristics And Applications"" is a fascinating exploration of a fascinating subject, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the science of perception and the ways in which we experience the world around us.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.

Die Inhaltsangabe kann sich auf eine andere Ausgabe dieses Titels beziehen.