Brains: Brief Books about Big Ideas

Scientist Leif Østergaard explores the brain, discussing how it stores information, carries commands, and receives sensory input. He also delves into the subconscious and how neurotransmitters play a role in addiction.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 60 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2023
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press

In Brains, scientist Leif Østergaard delves into the intricate and enigmatic realm of the human brain. Through a comprehensive exploration, Østergaard dissects the various components of the brain, providing a captivating overview of its essential functions. He elucidates how information is stored in the synapses of neural networks, how these networks transmit commands to our muscles and internal organs, and how they receive sensory input from our skin, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth. Østergaard also delves into the subconscious, shedding light on the activities of the brain during daydreaming and the role of neurotransmitters in addiction. In this fascinating book, Østergaard unveils the remarkable complexity of the human brain, surpassing previous perceptions.

Reflections, a series co-published with Denmark's Aarhus University Press, presents a collection of 60-page reflections by scholars on key concepts. These books offer unique insights into a diverse range of topics, presenting exciting discoveries and fresh perspectives to readers. Each reflection is carefully crafted to engage and enlighten, making it an ideal resource for both entertainment and intellectual exploration.

Weight: 68g
Dimension: 180 x 110 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781421446042