02206cam a22003013u 4500 13111 UtSlPG 20260610133318.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 QP Mott, F. W. (Frederick Walker), 1853-1926 The Brain and the Voice in Speech and Song Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-08-03 Produced by David Newman and PG Distributed Proofreaders "The Brain and the Voice in Speech and Song" by F. W. Mott is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work explores the intricate relationship between the physiological mechanisms of the human voice and the neurological processes involved in speech and song production. Mott aims to present complex concepts in an accessible manner, making the content relevant not only for medical professionals but also for educators and the general public interested in the science of vocalization. At the start of the book, the author outlines the series of lectures that form the foundation of the text, specifically focusing on the mechanics and origin of speech. He references various theories on how speech has evolved alongside human intelligence and emotion, emphasizing the significance of both vocal instruments and the brain's cerebral mechanisms. Mott discusses elements like the functioning of the larynx, the role of sound and noise, and the anatomy of the vocal apparatus, setting the stage for a detailed examination that combines anatomy, physiology, and evolutionary theory. Overall, the opening portions establish both the scientific rigor and the aim to make the material insightful and understandable to a wider audience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Voice https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13111 54502 54502