The Man Who Tasted Words: Inside the Strange and Startling World of Our Senses

Our senses play a vital role in our daily lives,but what we perceive is not always the absolute truth. "The Man Who Tasted Words" explores how our senses construct our perception of the world and how they can work against us, featuring interviews with patients and experts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 16 March 2023
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Our senses play a vital role in our daily lives, shaping our experiences, memories, and perception of the world around us. They can both enrich and hinder our experiences, offering their unique interpretation of what we see, hear, smell, touch, and feel. However, what we perceive as the absolute truth about the world is a complex reconstruction created by our minds and nervous systems.

In his book "The Man Who Tasted Words," consultant neurologist and author and presenter Guy Leschziner delves into the exploration of our senses and how they shape our perception of the world. This book features extraordinary individuals whose senses have been altered in some way, providing valuable insights into normal sensory function. It also examines how our senses can work against us, causing havoc in our perceptions, relationships with ourselves and our families, and sometimes with unexpected consequences.

Through interviews with patients and experts in the field, this book aims to revolutionize our understanding of the power of our senses and their role in our way of being. It sheds light on the intricate mechanisms that govern our sensory experiences and challenges our assumptions about the world. By understanding the nuances of our senses, we can better appreciate the richness and complexity of the world around us and cultivate a deeper sense of connection and well-being.

Weight: 234g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781471193972