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by Most favourable review

Great

Brilliant book full of interesting anecdotes and analysis of how the brain works. Only downside is the language around is a bit dated sometimes, but it was written in the 80s so keep that in mind.

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Crazy!

Curious tales, written by an expert, not a novelist. If you want to read these tales to learn a bit about how peoples' brains can break down and the effect on the individual,, then it is a good read. But if you don't want to know about the subject, then don't waste your time. It is a text book, not a novello.Read full review

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Great read

Great book, helps you have a great understanding of how the brain works, why people become so confused, loved reading the different patient stories and how they were analysed .

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Fascinating neurological conditions explained

Fascinating insight into many neurological conditions . There is a little bit of medical terminology explaining how the different parts of the brain are affected . followed by case studies , including tourette’s , Parkinson’s , facial blindness , memory loss and memories long forgotten reoccurring . Read full review

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I book worth having a reserve copy of...

I'd owned the book some years ago and must have lent it to someone and can't now find it amongst my collection - so I thought to play safe and order another - condition fine - perfect to lend out unashamedly to others if I don't somehow choose to recommend it rather than lend it again...Read full review

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One of the best books that I have ever read!

I was introduced to Oliver Sacks' books recently. He was a brilliant writer and I highly recommend this book and his others. I aim to read them all!

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easy read

a pleasure to read

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Very good book

Is very good book to read.

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A book. Works exactly as it should. Exactly as described. Many thanks.

A book. Works exactly as it should. Exactly as described. Many thanks.

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Great book

Great book

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