Phantoms in the Brain: Probing the Mysteries of the Human Mind
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V.S. Ramachandran, a leading neuroscientist, invites readers on a captivating journey into the mysteries of the human mind, exploring profound questions about consciousness, self, and perception. Through ingenious, low-tech experiments and compelling case studies of patients with unusual neurological conditions, he reveals astonishing insights into the brain's intricate architecture. This exploration delves into the nature of body image, the origins of emotions like laughter and depression, and even the potential neurological underpinnings of religious belief and self-deception. Ramachandran's work pushes the boundaries of neuroscience, offering provocative new perspectives on what it means to be human.
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paperback
Harper Perennial
Published Sep 7, 1999
352 pages
ISBN: 9780688172176
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First Published
1999
Language
eng
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