A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: San Francisco Chronicle, Chrisitian Science Monitor, Amazon, Kirkus, Winnipeg Free Press
One of the decade’s most original and masterfully reported books, A Deadly Wandering by Pulitzer Prize–winning New York Times journalist Matt Richtel interweaves the cutting-edge science of attention with the tensely plotted story of a mysterious car accident and its aftermath to answer some of the defining questions of our time: What is technology doing to us? Can our minds keep up with the pace of change? How can we find balance?
On the last day of summer, an ordinary Utah college student named Reggie Shaw fatally struck two rocket scientists while texting and driving along a majestic stretch of highway bordering the Rocky Mountains. A Deadly Wandering follows Reggie from the moment of the tragedy, through the police investigation, the state’s groundbreaking prosecution, and ultimately, Reggie’s wrenching admission of responsibility. Richtel parallels Reggie’s journey with leading-edge scientific findings on the impact technology has on our brains, showing how these devices play to our deepest social instincts. A propulsive read filled with surprising scientific detail, riveting narrative tension, and rare emotional depth, A Deadly Wandering is a book that can change—and save—lives.
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Get ready to be captivated by the gripping story of A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age. This New York Times bestseller is a must-read that will leave you questioning the effects of technology on our lives. With endorsements from esteemed publications like the San Francisco Chronicle and the Christian Science Monitor, it's clear this book deserves a place in America's classrooms alongside literary classics like To Kill a Mockingbird.
Author Matt Richtel, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, takes you on a journey that intertwines the suspenseful narrative of a mysterious car accident with the cutting-edge science of attention. The story follows Reggie Shaw, an ordinary college student whose life takes a tragic turn when he fatally strikes two rocket scientists while texting and driving. You'll be on the edge of your seat as you witness the police investigation, the groundbreaking prosecution, and Reggie's wrenching admission of responsibility.
But A Deadly Wandering is not just a riveting true crime story. It delves into the profound questions of our time: What is technology doing to our minds? Can we keep up with its rapid evolution? How can we strike a balance between our digital lives and our human interactions? Richtel presents eye-opening scientific findings that shed light on the impact of technology on our brains, revealing how these devices tap into our deepest social instincts.
This propulsive read is filled with remarkable scientific details, gripping narrative tension, and an emotional depth that will tug at your heartstrings. A Deadly Wandering is not just a book—it's a catalyst for change. It has the power to open our eyes, bring awareness to the dangers of distracted driving, and ultimately, save lives.
Don't miss out on this transformative reading experience. Take the first step towards a more conscious and balanced future by ordering your copy of A Deadly Wandering today. Click here to get your hands on this life-changing book and embark on a journey that will challenge your perspective on technology and its role in our lives.
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