Author : Andy Klein
Publisher :
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 26,71 MB
Release : 2019-08-21
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781951263683
Oliver and his dad are heading out west to visit his great aunt Andromeda Phenomena. He loves to listen to her amazing stories. When Oliver meets a friendly spaceman, the three set out on a mission to get Micron home! They only have two days before dad comes back from his business trip.
Author : Oliver Sacks
Publisher : Knopf Canada
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 39,12 MB
Release : 2012-11-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 0307402193
Hallucinations, for most people, imply madness. But there are many different types of non-psychotic hallucination caused by various illnesses or injuries, by intoxication--even, for many people, by falling sleep. From the elementary geometrical shapes that we see when we rub our eyes to the complex swirls and blind spots and zigzags of a visual migraine, hallucination takes many forms. At a higher level, hallucinations associated with the altered states of consciousness that may come with sensory deprivation or certain brain disorders can lead to religious epiphanies or conversions. Drawing on a wealth of clinical examples from his own patients as well as historical and literary descriptions, Oliver Sacks investigates the fundamental differences and similarities of these many sorts of hallucinations, what they say about the organization and structure of our brains, how they have influenced every culture's folklore and art, and why the potential for hallucination is present in us all.
Author : Oliver Gaycken
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 36,25 MB
Release : 2015
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 0199860688
4e de couv.: Beginning around 1903, a variety of producers began making films about scientific topics for general audiences, inspired by a vision of cinema as an educational medium. Excavating this largely unknown genre of early cinema, Devices of curiosity traces its development from its beginnings in England to its flourishing in France around 1910. Oliver Gaycken investigates how such films both relied upon previous traditions and created novel visual paradigms that led to the creation of ambitious new film collections. Gaycken also discerns a transit between nonfictional and fictional modes, seeing affinities between popular-science films and certain aspects of fiction films, particularly Louis Feuillade's crime melodramas. Drawing on the insights of the history of science as well as the history of cinema, Devices of curiosity reveals the extent to which popular-science films impacted the formation of documentary, educational, and avant-garde cinemas.
Author : Oliver Sacks
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 11,60 MB
Release : 2017-10-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 0385352573
From the bestselling author of The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, a collection of essays that displays Oliver Sacks's passionate engagement with the most compelling ideas of human endeavor: evolution, creativity, memory, time, consciousness, and experience. "Curious, avid and thrillingly fluent." —The New York Times Book Review In the pieces that comprise The River of Consciousness, Dr. Sacks takes on evolution, botany, chemistry, medicine, neuroscience, and the arts, and calls upon his great scientific and creative heroes--above all, Darwin, Freud, and William James. For Sacks, these thinkers were constant companions from an early age. The questions they explored--the meaning of evolution, the roots of creativity, and the nature of consciousness--lie at the heart of science and of this book. The River of Consciousness demonstrates Sacks's unparalleled ability to make unexpected connections, his sheer joy in knowledge, and his unceasing, timeless endeavor to understand what makes us human.
Author : Oliver Morton
Publisher : The Economist
Page : 339 pages
File Size : 30,69 MB
Release : 2019-06-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 154176806X
An intimate portrait of the Earth's closest neighbor--the Moon--that explores the history and future of humankind's relationship with it Every generation has looked towards the heavens and wondered at the beauty of the Moon. Fifty years ago, a few Americans became the first to do the reverse--and shared with Earth-bound audiences the view of their own planet hanging in the sky instead. Recently, the connection has been discovered to be even closer: a fragment of the Earth's surface was found embedded in a rock brought back from the Moon. And astronauts are preparing to return to the surface of the Moon after a half-century hiatus--this time to the dark side. Oliver Morton explores how the ways we have looked at the Moon have shaped our perceptions of the Earth: from the controversies of early astronomers such as van Eyck and Galileo, to the Cold War space race, to the potential use of the Moon as a stepping stone for further space exploration. Advanced technologies, new ambitions, and old dreams mean that men, women, and robots now seem certain to return to the Moon. For some, it is a future on which humankind has turned its back for too long. For others, an adventure yet to begin.
Author : James Oliver Curwood
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 5442 pages
File Size : 15,22 MB
Release : 2024-01-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
James Oliver Curwood's Ultimate Collection includes over 40 action-packed thrillers, western classics, adventure novels, and short stories, all beautifully illustrated. Curwood's literary style is known for its gripping plots, vivid descriptions of the wilderness, and strong character development. Set in the rugged landscapes of the American West and Canada, his works exemplify the adventure genre of the early 20th century, capturing the spirit of exploration and danger. James Oliver Curwood, a prolific writer and conservationist, drew inspiration from his own experiences in the wilderness. His love for nature and wildlife is evident in his detailed descriptions and deep respect for the environment. Curwood's stories often feature strong-willed protagonists facing daunting challenges in the untamed wilderness, reflecting his own admiration for the outdoors. I highly recommend the JAMES OLIVER CURWOOD Ultimate Collection to readers who enjoy thrilling adventures, Western classics, and engaging tales set in the great outdoors. Curwood's timeless stories continue to captivate audiences with their gripping narratives and powerful themes of courage, survival, and the beauty of nature.
Author : Sigmund Freud
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 1722 pages
File Size : 31,3 MB
Release : 2022-11-13
Category : Psychology
ISBN :
This edition includes: The Social Contract (Jean-Jacques Rousseau) The Crowd: A Study of the Popular Mind (Gustave Le Bon) The Psychology of Revolution (Gustave Le Bon) Group Psychology and the Analysis of the Ego (Sigmund Freud) Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds (Charles Mackay) Instincts of the Herd in Peace and War (Wilfred Trotter) The Behavior of Crowds: A Psychological Study (Everett Dean Martin) Public Opinion (Walter Lippmann) Crowds: A Moving-Picture of Democracy (Gerald Stanley Lee) The Group Mind: A Sketch of the Principles of Collective Psychology (William McDougall) Jean-Jacques Rousseau was a Francophone Genevan philosopher, writer, and composer of the 18th century. Gustave Le Bon was a French polymath whose areas of interest included anthropology, psychology, sociology, medicine, invention, and physics. Sigmund Freud was an Austrian neurologist and the founder of psychoanalysis, a clinical method for treating psychopathology through dialogue between a patient and a psychoanalyst. Charles Mackay was a Scottish poet, journalist, author, anthologist, novelist, and songwriter. Wilfred Trotter was an English surgeon, a pioneer in neurosurgery. He was also known for his concept of the herd instinct. Everett Dean Martin was an American minister, writer, journalist, instructor, lecturer and social psychologist. Walter Lippmann was an American writer, reporter, and political commentator famous for being among the first to introduce the concept of Cold War. Gerald Stanley Lee was an American Congregational clergyman and the author of numerous books and essays. William McDougall was an early 20th century psychologist who spent the first part of his career in the United Kingdom and the latter part in the USA.
Author : James Oliver Curwood
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 4129 pages
File Size : 40,18 MB
Release : 2024-01-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
James Oliver Curwood's collection of 20 Western classics and adventure novels, including short stories, historical works, and memoirs, showcases the author's masterful storytelling and deep exploration of the American frontier. Curwood's literary style is characterized by vivid descriptions of nature, gripping action sequences, and themes of survival and justice. His works are set against the backdrop of the rugged wilderness, where characters are tested both physically and morally, creating a rich tapestry of the human experience in the untamed landscape of the West. The collection also features illustrations that enhance the reader's immersion into Curwood's captivating world. James Oliver Curwood, a prolific writer and adventurer, drew inspiration from his own experiences exploring the Great Lakes region and the Canadian wilderness. His passion for nature and the outdoors is evident in his writings, which often reflect his deep respect for the natural world and the ways in which it shapes human lives. I highly recommend this collection to readers who enjoy thrilling adventures, rich historical settings, and powerful narratives that delve into the complexities of human nature. Curwood's work is a timeless contribution to the Western genre and a testament to the enduring allure of the frontier.
Author : Oliver Sacks
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 35,41 MB
Release : 2015-04-28
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0385352557
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A “wonderful memoir” (Los Angeles Times) about a brilliantly unconventional physician and writer, a man who has illuminated the many ways that the brain makes us human. • “Intimate.... Brim[s] with life and affection.” —The New York Times When Oliver Sacks was twelve years old, a perceptive schoolmaster wrote: “Sacks will go far, if he does not go too far.” It is now abundantly clear that Sacks has never stopped going. With unbridled honesty and humor, Sacks writes about the passions that have driven his life—from motorcycles and weight lifting to neurology and poetry. He writes about his love affairs, both romantic and intellectual; his guilt over leaving his family to come to America; his bond with his schizophrenic brother; and the writers and scientists—W. H. Auden, Gerald M. Edelman, Francis Crick—who have influenced his work.
Author : Sigmund Freud
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 1721 pages
File Size : 46,19 MB
Release : 2023-12-13
Category : Psychology
ISBN :
This carefully crafted collection is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: The Social Contract (Jean-Jacques Rousseau) The Crowd: A Study of the Popular Mind (Gustave Le Bon) The Psychology of Revolution (Gustave Le Bon) Group Psychology and the Analysis of the Ego (Sigmund Freud) Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds (Charles Mackay) Instincts of the Herd in Peace and War (Wilfred Trotter) The Behavior of Crowds: A Psychological Study (Everett Dean Martin) Public Opinion (Walter Lippmann) Crowds: A Moving-Picture of Democracy (Gerald Stanley Lee) The Group Mind: A Sketch of the Principles of Collective Psychology (William McDougall) Jean-Jacques Rousseau was a Francophone Genevan philosopher, writer, and composer of the 18th century. Gustave Le Bon was a French polymath whose areas of interest included anthropology, psychology, sociology, medicine, invention, and physics. Sigmund Freud was an Austrian neurologist and the founder of psychoanalysis, a clinical method for treating psychopathology through dialogue between a patient and a psychoanalyst. Charles Mackay was a Scottish poet, journalist, author, anthologist, novelist, and songwriter. Wilfred Trotter was an English surgeon, a pioneer in neurosurgery. He was also known for his concept of the herd instinct. Everett Dean Martin was an American minister, writer, journalist, instructor, lecturer and social psychologist. Walter Lippmann was an American writer, reporter, and political commentator famous for being among the first to introduce the concept of Cold War. Gerald Stanley Lee was an American Congregational clergyman and the author of numerous books and essays. William McDougall was an early 20th century psychologist who spent the first part of his career in the United Kingdom and the latter part in the USA.
