9781334548154 - Practical Remarks on Near Sight, Aged Sight, and Impaired Vision: With Observations Upon the Use of Glasses, and on Artificial Light (Classic Reprint) di Cooper, Wi... (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of vision, exploring the anatomy and physiology of the human eye. The author takes a scientific approach, meticulously describing the structure and function of each part of the eye. Drawing on the work of renowned scientists like Newton and Herschell, the book discusses the nature of light, including theories of refraction and the composition of the spectrum, providing a foundation for understanding how we see. The book's key focus is on two common conditions: Myopia (near-sightedness) and Presbyopia (age-related farsightedness). The author examines the causes of each condition, offering detailed explanations that resonate with contemporary understanding of the eye. He then delves into the history of lenses and spectacles, providing a fascinating overview of the technology used to correct vision. This detailed analysis of vision challenges the reader to consider how sight operates and the delicate interplay of physical structures and optical principles that enable us to perceive the world. The book's insights offer a window into the complex and often overlooked mechanisms of our sensory experience. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.