The Man Who Wasn't There: Investigations into the Strange New Science of the Self
The Man Who Wasn't There: Investigations into the Strange New Science of the Self
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015
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BetaThe Man Who Wasn't There: Investigations into the Strange New Science of the Self
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015320
Book • Nonfiction
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Man Who Wasn't There: Investigations into the Strange New Science of the Self, Anil Ananthaswamy explores the concept of self through the lens of neuroscience and psychology. The author examines conditions such as Alzheimer's and schizophrenia, providing insight into how these affect individuals' perceptions of self and consciousness.
Informative
Mysterious
Contemplative
Unnerving
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Anil Ananthaswamy's The Man Who Wasn't There offers an engaging exploration into the science of self-identity. Readers appreciate its accessible yet thorough examination of complex topics. While some find it overly technical at times, its insightful narratives and thought-provoking questions about consciousness garner positive praise overall.
Who Should Read The Man Who Wasn't There: Investigations into the Strange New Science of the Self?
Readers interested in neuroscience, psychology, and the nature of self would enjoy The Man Who Wasn't There by Anil Ananthaswamy. Comparable to Oliver Sacks' works, it's ideal for those who appreciated The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat or Douglas Hofstadter's I Am a Strange Loop.
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Book • Nonfiction
2015
Adult
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