The Idiot Brain by Dean Burnett - Original

Motion sickness.
Nightmares.
Forgetting people's names.
Why did I enter this room?

For something that is supposed to be brilliant, advanced, and highly sophisticated, the human brain has a fair amount of chaos, lacks order, and is prone to errors. In 'The Idiot Brain,' neuroscientist Dean Burnett celebrates all the human brain's flaws and imperfections in all their glory, showcasing their impact on our daily lives. Based on original research and written in an entertaining and engaging style, this book is for anyone who has ever wondered about their brain's ability to ruin and complicate their life.

“A fun scientific stroll through the irrational mental processes we perform.” - Gaia Vince, author of “Adventures in the Anthropocene.”

“A brilliant introduction to neuroscience.” - Lyle Sanai, The Independent

“The book offers illuminating discussions about how memory works, fear and panic attacks, our susceptibility to deception or depression, and the wonders and marvels of human senses.” - The Wall Street Journal