Bodily Changes In Pain, Hunger, Fear And Rage (1920) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436587013)

""Bodily Changes In Pain, Hunger, Fear And Rage"" is a groundbreaking book written by Walter B. Cannon in 1920. The book is a detailed study into the physical and psychological responses of the human body to various stimuli such as pain, hunger, fear, and rage. Cannon was a prominent American physiologist who conducted extensive research on the autonomic nervous system and its role in regulating bodily functions.In this book, Cannon explores how the body responds to different emotions and situations. He explains how the body's physiological responses to pain, hunger, fear, and rage are similar in many ways, despite the differences in the emotions themselves. Cannon also discusses the role of the sympathetic nervous system and the adrenal glands in these responses.The book is divided into four sections, each focusing on one of the emotions in the title. In each section, Cannon provides a thorough explanation of the physiological changes that occur in the body during that emotion. He also discusses the psychological aspects of these emotions, such as how they are perceived and experienced by individuals.""Bodily Changes In Pain, Hunger, Fear And Rage"" is a seminal work in the field of psychology and physiology. It has been widely cited and referenced in subsequent research and is considered a classic in the field. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the relationship between the mind and body.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.

Author: Walter B. Cannon
ISBN-10: 1436587018
ISBN-13: 9781436587013
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 328
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.43lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d