Introducing Mind and Brain by Angus Gellatly

Introducing Mind and Brain by Angus Gellatly

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Explains what the sciences have to say about planning and action, language, memory, attention, emotions and vision. This book traces the historical development of ideas about the brain and its function from antiquity to the age of neuro-imaging.

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Introducing Mind and Brain by Angus Gellatly

How do emotions affect your basic decision making? Why do certain smells prompt long-forgotten memories, and what makes us suddenly self-conscious? How does the biological organ, the brain, give rise to all of the thoughts in your head - enable you to think, to feel, to be conscious and aware - to have 'a mind'? Introducing Mind and Brain explains what the sciences have to say about planning and action, language, memory, attention, emotions and vision. It traces the historical development of ideas about the brain and its function from antiquity to the age of neuro-imaging. Clearly explained by Professor of Psychology Angus Gellatly and award-winning artist Oscar Zarate, they invite you to take a fresh look at the nature of mind, consciousness and personal identity.

Angus Gellatly was Professor of Psychology and Head of Department at Keele University and is now at the Open University. He used to write fiction in the days when he had the time.




Oscar Zarate is a highly acclaimed graphic artist who has illustrated many Introducing titles. His prize-winning graphic novel A Small Killing is known throughout the world.

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ISBN 13 9781785783135
ISBN 10 1785783130
Title Introducing Mind and Brain
Author Angus Gellatly
Series Graphic Guides
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Icon Books
Year published 2018-04-05
Number of pages 176
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.