First published 1997
Neurosciencia y Conducta opens with cellular biology and traces the development of nervous systems. Kandel examines how neurons communicate internally and with each other. The book moves through cognitive neuroscience and explores how we perceive the world around us. Kandel investigates the neural basis of action and movement. He connects genes to emotions and instincts, showing how biology shapes behavior. The work concludes with language, learning, and memory formation. Kandel presents a systematic view of how the nervous system functions at multiple levels, from molecules to complex behaviors. This comprehensive examination reveals the biological foundations of human cognition and behavior.
Genres: neuroscience, non-fiction, biology, academic
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: academic, systematic-view
832 pages · Paperback · PRENTICE HALL