Presents the stories of patients with a variety of neurological disorders, some familiar (epilepsy, chronic fatigue, stroke, memory loss) and others relatively mysterious. This title reveals the various levels of the brain, from the atom to the mind, and explores what happens when workings at each level go awry.
Exploring the concept of imagination, the book delves into its integral role in everyday life, highlighting how it influences planning, anticipation, daydreaming, and storytelling. Rather than being a rare trait, imagination is presented as a fundamental aspect of human experience, shaping our perceptions and interactions. The narrative emphasizes that we often dwell in imagined scenarios rather than the present, suggesting that our imaginative capabilities are essential to our understanding of the world.