Oppel Albert Studnicka (2 results)

Halbleinen. Condition: Gut. VI, 254 S., 1 Falttafel. Guter Zustand. Bibliotheksexemplar mit Stempeln und Signatur auf Einband. Bibliothekseinband. Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 670.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex world of the Parietal organs, mysterious structures found in the brains of all vertebrates, from the simplest lamprey to the intricately evolved human. The author, a leading expert in comparative neuroanatomy, traces their evolutionary history from their humble beginnings as light-sensing organs to their diverse functions in present-day creatures, including glandular roles and even a potential role in hibernation in mammals. With meticulous analysis of scientific research and detailed examination of these enigmatic structures, the author sheds light on the long-standing mystery of their purpose, providing profound insights into the evolution of the vertebrate brain and the intricate tapestry of life's sensory systems. 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.