Principles of Cerebral Mechanics (Imagining Science, 7) by Cros, Skinner New+-

Charles Cros

Explore the profound insights of Charles Cros in Principles of Cerebral Mechanics, a visionary treatise on human perception and the mechanics of the brain. First presented to the Academy of Sciences in 1872, this work reveals Cros's unique approach to reverse-engineering sensory organs by conceptualizing the brain as a mechanism of registration. As a polymath, poet, and inventor of the phonograph and color photography, Cros offers a fascinating perspective on how color is transmitted from the retina to the brain, placing his research alongside the pioneering work of Etienne-Jules Marey and Eadweard Muybridge. This edition provides a deep dive into the mind of a true Renaissance man who bridged the gap between bohemian poetry and scientific inquiry. Key features include an exploration of neurological registration, a historical look at 19th-century scientific philosophy, and a comprehensive study on the technology of the human senses. Product Summary: Principles of Cerebral Mechanics by Charles Cros is a significant paperback reference book detailing the author's theoretical framework on the mechanics of human perception and sensory registration.