This volume examines the developmental origins of intersensory perceptual capacities by presenting research on a variety of species. With a comparative approach, the contributors attempt to uncover similarities in the mechanisms underlying the development of intersensory integration.

Provides a unique and personal, behind-the-scenes account of the process of scientific discovery, illustrating that useful and enduring scientific insight derives from empirical work and theory formulation.

First published in 2002. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.