Nature*s Masterpiece: The Brain and How It Works

Pool, James Lawrence

ISBN 10: 0802772986 / ISBN 13: 9780802772985

Published by Walker & Co, 1987

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Nature*s Masterpiece: The Brain and How It Works
• Publisher: Walker & Co
• Publication Date: 1987
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0802772986
• ISBN 13: 9780802772985
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
• Book Type: book

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Synopsis

Describes the structure of the brain, discusses the nerves, senses, emotions, and memory, and looks at modern brain treatments

From Publishers Weekly

Pool, professor emeritus of neurological surgery at Columbia University, has assembled a comprehensive book about the human brain. He begins with the organ itself, at times using colorful language to describe its functions. ("The brain," he writes, "is a fuel guzzler.") He then discusses surrounding areas, including the brain stem (if the stem is destroyed, life ends, which is why bullfighters aim for bulls' brain stems), the spinal cord (the extension of the brain that governs all body movements), the glands and nerves. The author also covers new diagnostic techniques (such as CAT and NMR scans). Generally, however, Pool doesn't seem to have determined his audience. The book is too basic for professionals but too complicated for the layman or casual reader.
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