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Brief tour of human consciousness : from imposter poodles to purple numbers

by V. Ramachandran

This work explores the neurological basis of human consciousness, covering phenomena such as phantom limbs, synaesthesia, and visual perception. It analyses how the brain constructs a sense of self and the neurological foundations of aesthetics and culture.

Accession 5280 ISBN 9780646537115 Publisher Pi Press
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