Hearing

"Hearing" by Robert Morris Ogden is an influential early 20th-century exploration of the psychological and physiological aspects of auditory perception. This comprehensive study delves into the mechanisms of sound reception, examining how the human ear processes various stimuli and how the brain interprets these signals. Ogden provides a rigorous analysis of acoustics, the anatomy of the ear, and the psychological phenomena associated with listening, such as pitch, intensity, and timbre.

The work bridges the gap between physics and psychology, offering detailed observations on the nature of tones and the structural complexities of the auditory system. It remains a significant text for those interested in the history of experimental psychology and the development of hearing science. By addressing both the physical properties of sound waves and the subjective experience of hearing, Ogden creates a holistic overview of one of the most vital human senses. This book is an essential resource for students of cognitive psychology, audiology, and the history of science, providing a foundational understanding of how we interact with the sonic world.

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