The Tale of the Dueling Neurosurgeons: The History of the Human Brain as Revealed by True Stories of Trauma, Madness, and Recovery

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Book Synopsis: The author of the bestseller The Disappearing Spoon reveals the secret inner workings of the brain through strange but true stories. Early studies of the human brain used a simple method: wait for misfortune to strike -- strokes, seizures, infectious diseases, horrendous accidents -- and see how victims coped. In many cases their survival was miraculous, if puzzling. Observers were amazed by the transformations that took place when different parts of the brain were destroyed, altering victims' personalities. Parents suddenly couldn't recognize their own children. Pillars of the community became pathological liars. Some people couldn't speak but could still sing. In The Tale of the Dueling Neurosurgeons, Sam Kean travels through time with stories of neurological curiosities: phantom limbs, Siamese twin brains, viruses that eat patients' memories, blind people who see through their tongues. He weaves these narratives together with prose that makes the pages fly by, to create a story of discovery that reaches back to the 1500s and the high-profile jousting accident that inspired this book's title. With the lucid, masterful explanations and razor-sharp wit his fans have come to expect, Kean explores the brain's secret passageways and recounts the forgotten tales of the ordinary people whose struggles, resilience, and deep humanity made neuroscience possible.

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Unlock the mysteries of the human brain with "The Tale of the Dueling Neurosurgeons." Delve into the fascinating world of neuroscience through captivating and true stories of trauma, madness, and recovery. Discover how early studies on brain function were born out of misfortune, leading to miraculous and puzzling tales of transformation. Experience the awe-inspiring capabilities of the brain as you read about how different brain regions being altered can completely change a person's personality. This book will leave you enthralled as Sam Kean takes you on a journey through time with stories of neurological curiosities that will truly captivate your mind.

Embark on a thrilling adventure with "The Tale of the Dueling Neurosurgeons" as Sam Kean masterfully weaves together narratives of phantom limbs, Siamese twin brains, memory-eating viruses, and more. With his lucid explanations and razor-sharp wit, Kean keeps you hooked from the very first page till the last. Learn about the brain's hidden pathways and uncover forgotten tales of ordinary individuals whose struggles and resilience paved the way for neuroscience as we know it today. This book is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the wonders of the human brain.

Are you ready to delve deep into the inner workings of the human brain and uncover its secrets? "The Tale of the Dueling Neurosurgeons" is a captivating journey through history, filled with strange but true stories that will leave you in awe. Get your hands on this amazing book today and explore the realms of neuroscience like never before. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge and appreciation for the complexities of the human mind!

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