by David Eagleman (Author)
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER *Why does your foot hit the brake pedal before you are conscious of danger ahead?* *Why is it so difficult to keep a secret?* *How is it possible to get angry at yourself: who, exactly, is mad at whom?* In this sparkling and provocative book, renowned neuroscientist David Eagleman navigates the depths of the subconscious brain. Taking in brain damage, plane spotting, dating, drugs, beauty, infidelity, synaesthesia, criminal law, artificial intelligence and visual illusions, INCOGNITO is a thrilling subsurface exploration of the mind and all its contradictions.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 304
Edition: Main - Canons
Publisher: Canongate Canons
Published: 07 Apr 2016
ISBN 10: 1782112464
ISBN 13: 9781782112464
Book Overview: A new cover edition of this sparkling and provocative book on neuroscience