by Jonah Lehrer
First published 2007
In this captivating exploration, Jonah Lehrer uncovers how visionary artists presaged the discoveries of modern neuroscience. From Proust's uncanny insight into memory to Cézanne's revolutionary understanding of perception, Lehrer reveals the deep connections between creative expression and the human brain. As he navigates this unexpected intersection of science and art, Lehrer illuminates the mysteries of consciousness and our shared quest to comprehend the enigmas of the mind.
Genres: art, neuroscience, brain, non-fiction, 21st-century, academic
Vibes: intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: interdisciplinary, unexpected-connections
Period: 20th-century, 21st-century
242 pages · Hardcover · Houghton Mifflin Harcourt