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Unthinkable: What the World's Most Extraordinary Brains Can Teach Us About Our Own

Helen Thomson
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Unthinkable: What the World's Most Extraordinary Brains Can Teach Us About Our Own

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018

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Helen Thomson

Unthinkable: What the World's Most Extraordinary Brains Can Teach Us About Our Own

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Unthinkable: What the World's Most Extraordinary Brains Can Teach Us About Our Own, Helen Thomson explores unique neurological conditions through captivating stories of individuals with extraordinary brains. By examining these exceptional cases, Thomson provides insights into human perception, consciousness, and the complexities of the brain, highlighting the diverse ways people experience the world.

Informative

Mysterious

Inspirational

Emotional

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.1

5,309 ratings

75%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Helen Thomson's Unthinkable offers a fascinating exploration of unique brains, blending scientific insight with compelling storytelling. Praised for its engaging narrative and accessibility, it broadens understanding of human cognition. Some critics find it lacks depth in scientific analysis, but overall, it succeeds in intriguing readers about the brain's potential.

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Who Should Read Unthinkable: What the World's Most Extraordinary Brains Can Teach Us About Our Own?

A reader who enjoys Unthinkable: What the World's Most Extraordinary Brains Can Teach Us About Our Own by Helen Thomson would likely appreciate engaging explorations of unique neurological cases. Comparable to Oliver Sacks's The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, this book appeals to those fascinated by the complexities of the human brain.

4.1

5,309 ratings

75%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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