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The brain, 10 things you should know : explore the wonders of our most extraordinary organ, Professor Sophie Scott

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The brain, 10 things you should know : explore the wonders of our most extraordinary organ, Professor Sophie Scott

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eng

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non fiction

Main title

The brain

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Professor Sophie Scott

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10 things you should know : explore the wonders of our most extraordinary organ

Summary

Uncover the mind-blowing complexities of the brain and how it affects our personalities, behaviours and more. Written by Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at UCL, Sophie Scott, and composed of ten mind-blowing yet accessible essays, The Brain guides you through the astounding complexities of the organ that makes you, you. From diving into the networks of neurons that are vital to our functioning, to the way our brains differ from one another and how neuroscience is shaping up for the future; this book is a guide to our most powerful and awe-inspiring body part. If you have ever wondered what's going on inside your head (or someone else's), this book will be a fascinating and enthralling read

Table Of Contents

Why are you still you? -- How does nature build a brain? Brains and evolution -- Brain chemistry -- How do we know about the world? -- Acting on the world -- The wider world of the human brain -- Different bodies, different brains -- How our brains change with age -- How and why are brains different from each other? -- What can damage the brain? What is good for the brain?

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