The Rough Guide to the Brain

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Within our skulls resides an organ more powerful than the fastest supercomputer, the ultimate multi-tasker controlling everything from the retrieval of memories to complex reasoning – and even breathing. The Rough Guide to the Brainprovides an absorbing and accessible introduction to the science of the mind. From how the human brain evolved over millions of years and how it differs from those of other animals to the power of positive thinking and extrasensory perception hypnosis. show more Illustrated throughout with photos and diagrams, this Rough Guide is guaranteed to get you thinking. show less

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Canonical title
The Rough Guide to the Brain
Original publication date
2012-06 (Revised Edition) (Revised Edition)
People/Characters
Donald Hebb; Carl Wernicke
First words
Introduction
Anatomically speaking, the brain is nothing more than a collection of interconnected nerve cells, a coordinating hub for our body's electrical system.
Original language
English

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Nonfiction, Science & Nature, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS
612.8Applied Science & TechnologyMedicine & healthHuman Body SystemsNervous system
LCC
QP376 .G49SciencePhysiologyPhysiologyNeurophysiology and neuropsychology
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