Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting

Lisa Genova, a neuroscientist, and bestselling author of "Remember," explores the complexities of human memory, explaining why we forget, how we remember, and what happens when it is stolen from us. She shows that forgetting is a normal part of being human and offers strategies for creating a better relationship with our memory.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 03 November 2022
Publisher: Atlantic Books

A New York Times bestseller, Lisa Genova, delves into the complexities of human memory with her expertise as a neuroscientist and her storytelling abilities. Steven Pinker, Johnstone Professor of Psychology at Harvard University and bestselling author of How the Mind Works, praises her for her insightful writing on the connections between the brain, mind, and heart.

Remember is a captivating, fascinating, and essential book about the mysteries of human memory. It explores what memory is, how it functions, and the devastating consequences when it is stolen from us. This scientific and literary masterpiece will leave a lasting impression on readers.

Daniel Gilbert, New York Times bestselling author of Stumbling on Happiness, also praises Remember as a scientific and literary treat that is not to be forgotten. He acknowledges that forgetting is a common experience, especially for individuals over forty, and advises against worrying about it as an early sign of Alzheimer's or dementia.

In Remember, neuroscientist and acclaimed novelist Lisa Genova delves into the intricate processes of memory creation and retrieval. She addresses whether forgotten memories are permanently lost or temporarily inaccessible and explains why some memories are fleeting while others can endure for a lifetime. Through her clear and distinct explanations, readers gain a deeper understanding of the complex nature of memory.

Weight: 242g
Dimension: 128 x 199 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838954178
Edition number: Main