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Space, Time and Number in the Brain

by Stanislas Dehaene

Book Details

Publisher:Academic Press
Published:2011-07-13
Pages:374
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

The study of mathematical cognition and the ways in which the ideas of space, time and number are encoded in brain circuitry has become a fundamental issue for neuroscience. How such encoding differs across cultures and educational level is of further interest in education and neuropsychology. This rapidly expanding field of research is overdue for an interdisciplinary volume such as this, which deals with the neurological and psychological foundations of human numeric capacity. A uniquely integ

Our Review

This book offers a fascinating exploration of how our brains process fundamental concepts like mathematics, spatial awareness, and temporal reasoning. It examines the neurological foundations of numeric capacity, investigating how these cognitive systems are encoded in our neural circuitry. The research presented bridges neuroscience and psychology, providing concrete insights into the biological basis of abstract thought. This interdisciplinary approach makes complex brain science accessible while maintaining scientific rigor.

What makes this volume particularly valuable is its investigation into how mathematical cognition varies across different cultures and educational backgrounds. The book doesn't just explain brain mechanismsโ€”it connects them to real-world implications for education and neuropsychology. Readers interested in cognitive science will appreciate how it integrates multiple research perspectives to build a comprehensive picture of human numeric ability. The synthesis of neurological and psychological evidence creates a compelling narrative about the very architecture of human thought.

Themes

Psychology

Subjects

Psychology