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We Are Our Brains: From the Womb to Alzheimer's
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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We Are Our Brains: From the Womb to Alzheimer's
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Dick Swaab
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:448 | Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129 |
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Category/Genre | Neurosciences |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780141978239
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Classifications | Dewey:612.8 |
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Audience | Tertiary Education (US: College) | Professional & Vocational | |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Penguin Books Ltd
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Imprint |
Penguin Books Ltd
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Publication Date |
29 January 2015 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Everything we think, do and refrain from doing is determined by our brain. From religion to sexuality, it shapes our potential, our desires and our characters. Taking us through every stage in our lives, from the womb to falling in love to old age, Dick Swaab shows that we don't just have brains- we are our brains. 'A blockbuster about the brain . . . provocative, fascinating, remarkable.' Clive Cookson, Financial Times 'A giant in the field.' Zoe Williams, Guardian 'Engrossing, intriguing and enlightening.' Robin Ince 'Enchantingly written.' The Times Higher Education 'Wide-ranging, fun and informative . . . as an ice-breaker at parties, it is unmatched.' Bryan Appleyard, Sunday Times
Author Biography
Dick Swaab is a renowned neuroscience researcher who has received international acclaim for his work on sex differences in the brain, Alzheimer's disease and depression. He served as director of the Netherlands Institute for Brain Research for 27 years and received the Academy medal for his significant role in international neuroscience.
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