Quiroga, Rodrigo Quian
The Forgetting Machine: Memory, Perception, and the :
- ISBN 13:
- 9781944648541
- author:
- Quiroga, Rodrigo Quian
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- BenBella Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 170
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 14 centimetres (0.21 kg)
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Psychology, Cognitive,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Forgetting Machine: A Journey into the Science of Memory The human brain's ability to remember and forget is a complex and fascinating process. Neuroscientist Rodrigo Quian Quiroga explores the mechanics of memory, revealing how it illuminates discussions about identity, consciousness, and the human condition. By examining the research behind "Jennifer Aniston Neurons," cells in the human brain responsible for representing specific concepts, Quian Quiroga opens new windows into the workings of human memory. This accessible and engaging book delves into the science of remembering, exploring how we turn perceptions into memories, the role of language in shaping our experiences, and the crucial function of forgetting in human recollection. Through a unique blend of science, science fiction, philosophy, and identity, The Forgetting Machine offers a thought-provoking exploration of what makes us human.