{"product_id":"optical-illusions-the-science-of-visual-perception-9781554071517","title":"Optical Illusions: The Science of Visual Perception","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOptical Illusions: The Science of Visual Perception\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis intriguing collection contains more than 275 optical illusions that appear to change before your eyes. Al Seckel carefully selected both well-known images, such as Shepard's tabletop, Wade's spiral, Ames room and Rubin's face\/vase, and many lesser-known, but no less effective, illusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComprehensive Collection of Visual Illusions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery type of optical illusion is here, along with notes about the science of each visual perception and how the illusions work. Among the baffling images and shapes are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFigure\/ground illusions, in which one shape switches into another then back again\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmbiguous figures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpossible objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrompe l'oeil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStereo illusions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMultiple Imaging Techniques\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith illusions rendered in photography, artwork and computer imaging, and a huge variety of themes and effects, \u003cb\u003eOptical Illusions\u003c\/b\u003e dazzles both the mind and the eye. The book combines scientific explanations with stunning visual examples to help readers understand how their eyes and brain process visual information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Education and Entertainment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection serves as both an educational resource and entertaining exploration of visual perception. Whether you're interested in psychology, neuroscience, or simply enjoy mind-bending puzzles, this book offers hours of fascinating discovery. The scientific notes accompanying each illusion provide insight into the mechanisms behind visual perception, making it an excellent STEM learning tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFormerly at the California Institute of Technology, \u003cb\u003eAl Seckel\u003c\/b\u003e is a leading authority on visual and other types of sensory illusions. He is the author of 15 books on this subject, including the classic \u003ci\u003eThe Great Book of Optical Illusions\u003c\/i\u003e. He is also well-known for his illusion column in \u003ci\u003eNational Geographic Kids\u003c\/i\u003e magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Firefly Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50681131401490,"sku":"9781554071517","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_c34e889b-521e-48b0-a28a-e62352624c2a.jpg?v=1733949644","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/optical-illusions-the-science-of-visual-perception-9781554071517","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}