Description
Hallucinations do not imply insanity, but are more commonly associated with sensory deprivation, intoxication, or as a result of illness or injury. Hallucinations can occur as a result of a mild fever, or even before falling asleep, or upon waking, when a person may see visions ranging from luminous colored dots, to surprisingly detailed faces, or terrifying monsters. In some cases, hallucinations can lead to religious revelations or even out-of-body experiences.
In Hallucinations, written in his usual elegant, curious, and empathetic style, Dr. Sacks weaves together stories about his patients and his own experiences to shed light on hallucinations and what they tell us about the organization and structure of our brains.How it has influenced the folklore and art of each culture, and why hallucinations can happen to any of us, as a vital part of human nature.
