Moonwalking with Einstein

2011-03-03
Moonwalking with Einstein

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  • Author: Joshua Foer
  • Publisher: Penguin
  • ISBN: 1101475978
  • Category : Science
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 320

“Highly entertaining.” —Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker “Funny, curious, erudite, and full of useful details about ancient techniques of training memory.” —The Boston Globe 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.

The Art of Remembering

2019-07-04
The Art of Remembering

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  • Author: Alison Ragsdale
  • Publisher: R. R. Bowker
  • ISBN: 9781733037709
  • Category : Fiction
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 404

Professional ballerina, Ailsa MacIntyre, is at the peak of her career when her world is shattered by a shocking diagnosis. Life-saving surgery leaves her with a fractured memory, little recollection of her husband, Evan, and none of her career as a principal dancer.While recuperating at home, Ailsa hears beautiful music coming from the apartment upstairs, and the sound of the grand piano at the hands of a talented new neighbor sparks her muscle memory. As her recovery progresses, the broken pieces of her past gradually re-emerge, a picture not quite as idyllic as Evan would have her remember. Ailsa must navigate the conflicting visions of her past, and potential future, as they collide.

Remember

2021-09-02
Remember

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  • Author: Lisa Genova
  • Publisher: Atlantic Books
  • ISBN: 1838954163
  • Category : Health & Fitness
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 187

*A New York Times bestseller* 'Using her expertise as a neuroscientist and her gifts as a storyteller, Lisa Genova explains the nuances of human memory' - Steven Pinker, Johnstone Professor of Psychology, Harvard University, and bestselling author of How The Mind Works 'No one writes more brilliantly about the connections between the brain, the mind, and the heart. Remember is a beautiful, fascinating, and important book about the mysteries of human memory - what it is, how it works, and what happens when it is stolen from us. A scientific and literary treat that you will not soon forget.' - Daniel Gilbert ( New York Times bestselling author of Stumbling on Happiness) Have you ever felt a crushing wave of panic when you can't for the life of you remember the name of that actor in the movie you saw last week, or you walk into a room only to forget why you went there in the first place? If you're over forty, you're probably not laughing. You might even be worried that these lapses in memory could be an early sign of Alzheimer's or dementia. In reality, for the vast majority of us, these examples of forgetting are completely normal. Why? Because while memory is amazing, it is far from perfect. Our brains aren't designed to remember every name we hear, plan we make or day we experience. Just because your memory sometimes fails doesn't mean it's broken or succumbing to disease. Forgetting is actually part of being human. In Remember, neuroscientist and acclaimed novelist Lisa Genova delves into how memories are made and how we retrieve them. In explaining whether forgotten memories are temporarily inaccessible or erased forever and why some memories are built to exist for only a few seconds while others can last a lifetime, we're shown the clear distinction between normal forgetting (where you parked your car) and forgetting due to Alzheimer's (that you own a car). Remember shows us how to create a better relationship with our memory - so we no longer have to fear it any more, which can be life-changing.

The Art of Remember Me

2013
The Art of Remember Me

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  • Author: Aleksi Briclot
  • Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
  • ISBN: 1616551631
  • Category : Art
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 187

Shows the evolution of the art of the video game "Remember Me, " including concept art and commentary from the creators.

The Art of Remembering

1998
The Art of Remembering

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  • Author: Adina L. Ruskin
  • Publisher: Dramatists Play Service, Inc.
  • ISBN: 9780822216070
  • Category : Drama
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 48

Four Stars, Pick of the Day...Marcel Proust bit into a biscuit and his memory took off for several volumes...THE ART OF REMEMBERING has a cast of three and some mimed relics and remembered addresses, but they speak volumes in under an hour...inspiringly creative. It is certainly guaranteed to heal any misgivings you may have about the endurance of the human spirit. -The Scotsman. Three women, each with a suitcase, unpack the memorabilia of their life experience, letting loose memories of people and places and events in evocative fragments reaching back over the century. In Adina L. Ruskin's cinematic-style collage play, cleverly composed...the memories are momentarily held before us, then dissolve as others take their place. The careful blend of poignancy and lively humour add to its special appeal. -The Stage (U.K.).

The Art of Memory

2011-10-31
The Art of Memory

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  • Author: Frances A Yates
  • Publisher: Random House
  • ISBN: 1448104130
  • Category : Psychology
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 474

This unique and brilliant book is a history of human knowledge. Before the invention of printing, a trained memory was of vital importance. Based on a technique of impressing 'places' and 'images' on the mind, the ancient Greeks created an elaborate memory system which in turn was inherited by the Romans and passed into the European tradition, to be revived, in occult form, during the Renaissance. Frances Yates sheds light on Dante’s Divine Comedy, the form of the Shakespearian theatre and the history of ancient architecture; The Art of Memory is an invaluable contribution to aesthetics and psychology, and to the history of philosophy, of science and of literature.

The Mind of a Mnemonist

1987
The Mind of a Mnemonist

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  • Author: Aleksandr Romanovich Lurii͡a
  • Publisher: Harvard University Press
  • ISBN: 9780674576223
  • Category : Memory
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 196

A welcome re-issue of an English translation of Alexander Luria's famous case-history of hypermnestic man. The study remains the classic paradigm of what Luria called 'romantic science,' a genre characterized by individual portraiture based on an assessment of operative psychological processes. The opening section analyses in some detail the subject's extraordinary capacity for recall and demonstrates the association between the persistence of iconic memory and a highly developed synaesthesia. The remainder of the book deals with the subject's construction of the world, his mental strengths and weaknesses, his control of behaviour and his personality. The result is a contribution to literature as well as to science. (Psychological Medicine ).

The Art of Making Memories

2019-10-01
The Art of Making Memories

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  • Author: Meik Wiking
  • Publisher: HarperCollins
  • ISBN: 0062943391
  • Category : Self-Help
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 347

What’s the actual secret to happiness? Great memories! Meik Wiking—happiness researcher and New York Times bestselling author of The Little Book of Hygge and The Little Book of Lykke—shows us how to create memories that make life sweet in this charming book. Do you remember your first kiss? The day you graduated? Your favorite vacation? Or the best meal you ever had? Memories are the cornerstones of our identity, shaping who we are, how we act, and how we feel. In his work as a happiness researcher, Meik Wiking has learned that people are happier if they hold a positive, nostalgic view of the past. But how do we make and keep the memories that bring us lasting joy? The Art of Making Memories examines how mental images are made, stored, and recalled in our brains, as well as the “art of letting go”—why we tend to forget certain moments to make room for deeper, more meaningful ones. Meik uses data, interviews, global surveys, and real-life experiments to explain the nuances of nostalgia and the different ways we form memories around our experiences and recall them—revealing the power that a “first time” has on our recollections, and why a piece of music, a smell, or a taste can unexpectedly conjure a moment from the past. Ultimately, Meik shows how we each can create warm memories that will stay with us for years. Combining his signature charm with Scandinavian forthrightness, filled with infographics, illustrations, and photographs, and featuring “Happy Memory Tips,” The Art of Making Memories is an inspiration meditation and practical handbook filled with ideas to help us make the memories that will bring us joy throughout our lives.

How to Remember Equations and Formulae

2013-08-22
How to Remember Equations and Formulae

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  • Author: Phil Chambers
  • Publisher: LTL Training Ltd
  • ISBN: 1904906044
  • Category : Self-Help
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 125

At last! The book that all maths and physics students have been waiting for - "How To Remember Equations And Formulae" “If you need to remember formulae of any length, for study or work, and you’d like your hand held while you master this skill effortlessly in a fun way, you should buy this book today.” Amanda Ollier, author of the Self Help Bible and The Mindset Shift Never forget an equation or formula ever again Save time in exams, get the results you really deserve Impress your tutors and potential employers Stand out against others in the job market Enhance your earning potential Perfect for anyone studying or teaching maths, physics, accountancy, economics, engineering or the sciences, from A levels right through to postgraduate. What the experts say... “This is an outstanding and comprehensive book that delivers on every promise! All memory strategies including mind mapping and the journey system are here for you to depend on and you’ll quickly realize this is your most treasured memory resource.” Pat Wyman, founder HowToLearn.com and author, Amazing Grades “I am delighted to recommend this book to students. Phil’s and James’ work is based on a sound application of the fundamental principles of memory training, namely the use of imagination, association, and location.” Dominic O’Brien, Eight times World Memory Champion, Author and Media Personality “Explains the techniques in a beautifully simple and eloquent manner.” David Thomas GMM. International speaker, Sunday Times No.1 bestselling author, media personality “What James Smith and Phil Chambers offer their readers here is a thoroughly researched and simple system, which combines mnemonics and mind mapping in a unique and interesting way. As well as covering just about every mathematical equation you can think of, James and Phil offer solutions for the English, Greek and Roman alphabets and all with a splash of humour and encouraging examples to get you started. I wish this has existed when I was at school, I will certainly be introducing this to my students and I am confident their results will improve as a direct result.” Amanda Ollier, author of The Self Help Bible and The Mindset Shift

Remembering Others

2000-01-01
Remembering Others

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  • Author: Paul Erik Bolin
  • Publisher: National Art Education Assn
  • ISBN: 9781890160029
  • Category : Art
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 228

"The anthology consists of 15 research chapters and 6 testimonials divided into three sections: formal education, community arts and museums, and folk group settings. The chapters and testimonials will assist readers in understanding the role of historical context in teaching and learning, issues associated with the representation of people and groups over time, the history of school culture as compared and contrasted with other defining cultural characteristics, the importance of role models, and historical methods associated with contextual research"--Http://www.naea-reston.org/publications-list.html.