A series of essays explores the whole field of optics. Chapters on the nature of human and animal vision; the science of light and the bending of light waves; the eye as a camera and photographic technology; the brain and light; the structure of the eye; the colour spectrum; the psychology of colour; optical illusion; light and shadow; nineteenth century optical toys like the tachyscope; the way artists use line and colour. Fully illustrated in colour. Appendixes on the evolution of the eye and a glossary.
| Item number | 29768 |
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| Category | Book |
| Type | Science |
| Dimensions | length 279mm; breadth 214 mm; thickness 15mm |
| Language | English |
| Country of origin | Netherlands |
| Related people | Conrad G. Mueller (author) |
| Mae Rudolph (author) |
Part of the Bill Douglas and Peter Jewell Collection