Visual Illusions - Matthew Luckiesh - Bog

Visual Illusions: Their Causes, Characteristics And Applications is a book written by Matthew Luckiesh and originally published in 1922. The book is a comprehensive study of visual illusions, exploring their causes, characteristics, and practical applications. Luckiesh was a renowned physicist and researcher in the field of vision, and his book draws on his extensive knowledge and research to provide a detailed analysis of visual illusions.The book is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of visual illusions. The first part of the book explores the causes of visual illusions, examining the physiological and psychological processes that underlie them. Luckiesh discusses the role of the eye and brain in creating illusions, and explores the ways in which external factors such as lighting and perspective can contribute to their creation.The second part of the book looks at the characteristics of visual illusions, examining the different types of illusions and their specific features. Luckiesh discusses a wide range of illusions, from simple optical illusions to more complex perceptual illusions, and provides detailed explanations of how they work.The final part of the book explores the practical applications of visual illusions, examining how they can be used in a variety of fields, including art, design, and advertising. Luckiesh discusses the ways in which illusions can be used to create visual effects, and explores the ethical implications of using illusions in advertising.Overall, Visual Illusions: Their Causes, Characteristics And Applications is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of visual illusions. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the science of vision, and is still widely read and cited today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.