Moonwalking with Einstein

The Art and Science of Remembering Everything

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English language

Published July 10, 2011

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978-1-59420-229-2
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The blockbuster phenomenon that charts an amazing journey of the mind while revolutionizing our concept of memory An instant bestseller that is poised to become a classic, Moonwalking with Einstein recounts Joshua Foer's yearlong quest to improve his memory under the tutelage of top "mental athletes." He draws on cutting-edge research, a surprising cultural history of remembering, and venerable tricks of the mentalist's trade to transform our understanding of human memory. From the United States Memory Championship to deep within the author's own mind, this is an electrifying work of journalism that reminds us that, in every way that matters, we are the sum of our memories.

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reviewed Moonwalking with Einstein : The Art and Science of Remembering Everything by Joshua Foer

Good entrance read to mnemonics

Interesting overview of mnemonic practices if you're a total novice on the subject. The shifts between history, report on current state of the field and personal experience make it a light, engaging read. I can imagine it not offering enough to people who already had an interest in the field before reading it.

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