Cytowic, Richard E.
Synesthesia (Synesthesia)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780262535090
- author:
- Cytowic, Richard E.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Mit Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 17.53 x 12.7 x 1.52 centimetres
- Genre:
- Science, Medicine, Neurology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Synesthesia: A Primer on the Neurological Trait of Vivid Sensory Couplings. This concise primer explores one of the most fascinating human experiences - synesthesia, where sensory inputs are merged to create unique perceptions. Found in approximately one in twenty-three people, synesthesia is not a disorder but a neurological trait that can manifest in various ways. For example, some individuals may see days of the week as colored or taste food in shapes, while others may sense letters and numerals in different hues even when printed in black. Each brain uniquely filters what it perceives, making each individual's perspective on the world thoroughly subjective. This book offers a comprehensive overview of synesthesia, its manifestations, and the underlying neurological mechanisms that govern this phenomenon.