The Story of the Brain in 10½ Cells

Name: The Story of the Brain in 10½ Cells
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781788162968
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By Richard Wingate

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The Story of the Brain in 10½ Cells by Richard Wingate offers a fascinating journey through the intricate biological landscape of the human brain. It explores the roles of ten specific types of cells, each contributing uniquely to the brain's structure and function. Through engaging and accessible narrative, the book illuminates the hidden universe within our heads and the profound science behind what makes us human.
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This fascinating exploration into the intricate world of neuroscience may appeal to you if you are curious about how the brain's complex network of cells shapes human thought and behaviour. With engaging storytelling, the author guides you through the pivotal roles that different brain cells play, offering insights for both science enthusiasts and those new to the subject.

Peer into a microscopic world - and fall in love with the beauty of the brain

Peer into a microscopic world - and fall in love with the beauty of the brain

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There are more than 100 billion brain cells in our heads, and every single one represents a fragment of thought and feeling. Yet each cell is a mystery of beauty, with branching, intricate patterns like shattered glass. Richard Wingate has been scrutinising them for decades, yet he is still moved when he looks at one through a microscope and traces their shape by hand.

With absorbing lyricism and clarity, Wingate shows how each type of cell possesses its own personality and history, illustrating a milestone of scientific discovery. He explores the stories of pioneering scientists like Ramon y Cajal and Francis Crick, capturing their own fascinating shapes and patterns.

Discover the ethereal world of the brain with this elegant little book, The Story of the Brain in 10½ Cells - and find out how we all think and feel.

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The Story of the Brain in 10½ Cells by Richard Wingate is praised for its lyrical and evocative prose, serving as a love letter to neuroanatomy. Critics admire how Wingate highlights the joy of discovery in neuroscience through human stories and vivid descriptions of brain cells. The book is noted for its ability to convey the passion and dedication required in the field. It leaves readers enthralled, providing a captivating glimpse into the intricacies of the brain.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788162968

Publisher: Profile Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wellcome Collection

Edition: Main

Illustration: 20 black & white illustrations of brain cells

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 224

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Education & Reference Non-Fiction Richard Wingate Science & Nature

About the Author

Richard Wingate is a world-renowned neuroanatomist and neuroscientist. He is principal investigator at the MRC Centre for Neurodevelopmental Disorders, and Professor of Developmental Neurobiology at King's College London. He is also editor-in-chief of brainfacts.org, the highly popular website that celebrates the wonders of the brain and is supported by The Kavli Foundation, the Gatsby Charitable Foundation, and the Society for Neuroscience.