This collection presents research conducted on spatial memory and related processes. In 9 chapters, topics covered include cognitive visual memory in cats, the role of egocentric and allocentric frames of reference in spatial memory, allocentric spatial memory in young and older adults, egocentric coding of target location in visuo-spatial working memory, the role of steroid hormones in brain development, and familiarity and spatial congitive style. Contributors are researchers affiliated with international universities. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
