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The Mind's Eye

By: Oliver Sacks
Narrated by: Oliver Sacks
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Navigating the World with Impaired Vision: Stories of Resilience and Adaptation

In The Mind's Eye, renowned neurologist Oliver Sacks explores the fascinating ways in which the brain perceives and interprets visual information, and the remarkable adaptations that occur when this process is disrupted. Through captivating case studies, Sacks introduces us to individuals who have lost the ability to recognize faces, sense three-dimensional space, read, or even see, yet manage to navigate the world and communicate with others despite these challenges.

As Sacks delves into the complexities of the visual system and the brain's incredible plasticity, he reveals the myriad ways in which humans are capable of rising to the challenges posed by visual impairments. The Mind's Eye is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the brain's extraordinary ability to adapt and compensate in the face of adversity.

‘Oliver Sacks is a perfect antidote to the anaesthetic of familiarity. His writing turns brains and minds transparent.’ – Observer

©2011 Oliver Sacks (P)2018 Random House Audio Brain & Nervous System Essays Neuroscience & Neuropsychology Physical Illness & Disease Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Human Brain Mental Health Health

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"Oliver Sacks is a perfect antidote to the anaesthetic of familiarity. His writing turns brains and minds transparent." (Observer)
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Oliver Sacks has quickly become a favourite in my collection. I’m working my way through his entire catalogue.

Another Great read.

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Oliver Sacks can do no wrong. I have read several of his books and absolutely loved them for their fascinating subject matter presented in such an engaging and likable manner. Like many academics Sacks' unassuming, warm manner radiates through his words.

But - and this is quite a bit but - contrary to the listing (at time of writing) this is not narrated by Oliver Sacks. This is partially narrated by Oliver Sacks. Aside from a single chapter and a brief introduction Sacks' gentle, unassuming voice gives way to an American narrator whose approach is somewhat emphatic, confident and even a little brash in places. I understand why Sacks was unable to narrate the entire book - he explains this in the introduction. But I don't understand why they used the anti-sacks in his stead.

Amazing as always, with a "but"...

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