Sensory Exotica
A World beyond Human Experience
$52.41
- Paperback
344 pages
- Release Date
23 February 2001
Summary
Certain insects and animals such as bees, birds, bats, fish and dolphins possess senses that lie far beyond the realm of human experience. Examples include echolocation, internal navigation systems, and systems based on bioelectricity. In this book Howard C. Hughes tells the story of these “exotic” senses. He tells not only “what” has been discovered but “how” it was discovered - including historical misinterpretations of animal perception that we now view with amusement. The book is divided …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780262582049 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 026258204X |
| Author: | Howard C. Hughes |
| Publisher: | MIT Press Ltd |
| Imprint: | Bradford Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 344 |
| Release Date: | 23 February 2001 |
| Weight: | 476g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 152mm x 21mm |
| Series: | Sensory Exotica |
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Critics Review
“A charming and informative introduction to sensory realms beyond human experience.” - Laurence A. Marshall, The Sciences; “The wondrous capabilities that Hughes discusses are only beginning to be understood… but the challenging questions could attract anyone with a sense of curiosity and skills in biology or information technology…. Sensory Exotica may inspire budding scientists to pursue this rich field of inquiry.” - Science “…readers with an interest in animal biology will want to track this book down - even if they have to use sonar.” - Publishers Weekly”
About The Author
Howard C. Hughes
Howard C. Hughes is Professor of Psychology at Dartmouth College.
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