Veronica O'Keane
The Rag and Bone Shop: How We Make Memories and Memories Make Us
The Rag and Bone Shop: How We Make Memories and Memories Make Us
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Memory is a complex neural process that shapes us, filtering the world around us, informing our behavior, and feeding our imagination. Drawing on the poignant stories of her patients, Veronica O'Keane explores the latest neuroscientific research to ask why memories feel so real, how sensations and perceptions are connected, why place is important, and what happens when the process of memory is disrupted by mental illness. This book is a testament to the courage and suffering of those who live with serious mental illness.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 03 February 2022
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
A captivating and thought-provoking exploration of the power of memory.
"Philippa Perry's Rich, Revelatory, and Unsettling" is a captivating blend of scientific curiosity, bookish thoughtfulness, and medical compassion that delves into the intricate world of memory. The author's exploration of the complex neural process that underlies our memories is reminiscent of Oliver Sacks' profound insights.
Through poignant stories of her patients, drawn from literature and fairy tales, Veronica O Keane employs the latest neuroscientific research to explore the profound questions surrounding the nature of memory. She examines why memories can feel so real, how our sensations and perceptions are intertwined with them, the significance of place in memory, the existence of true and false memories, and the impact of mental illness on the memory process.
This book serves as a testament to the courage and suffering of those who live with serious mental illness. It sheds light on their experiences, unlocking our understanding of everything we know and feel. By exploring the complexities of memory, "Rich, Revelatory, and Unsettling" offers a deeper appreciation of the human mind and its profound connections with the world around us.
Weight: 214g
Dimension: 332 x 198 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780141991016
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