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The Soul in the Brain - The Cerebral Basis of Language, Art, and Belief

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Exploring the cerebral roots of our cultural experiences.

"The Soul In The Brain" is a fascinating read for anyone intrigued by where art, language, and belief intersect with neuroscience. It's particularly compelling if you've ever wondered about the scientific explanations for why we're moved by music, inspired by poetry, or connected to our spiritual beliefs. Dr. Trimble uses real patient experiences to delve into these profound questions, offering a rare glimpse at the nuanced relationship between brain function and the essence of human creativity and spirituality.

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The Soul in the Brain - The Cerebral Basis of Language, Art, and Belief

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ISBN: 9781421411897
Date of Publication: 2013-12-15
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Science, Religion, Art
Goodreads rating: 3.45
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In this provocative study, Michael R. Trimble, M.D., tackles the interrelationship between brain function, language, art―especially music and poetry―and religion. By examining the breakdown of language in several neuropsychiatric disorders, he identifies brain circuits that are involved with metaphor, poetry, music, and religious experiences. Drawing on this body of evidence, Trimble argues that religious experiences and beliefs are explicable biologically and relate to brain function, especially of the nondominant hemisphere. Inspired by the writings and reflections of his patients―many of whom have epilepsy, psychosis, or affective disorders―Trimble asks how the human species, so enamored of its own logic and critical facilities, has held from the dawn of civilization strong religious beliefs and a reverence for the arts. He explores topics such as the phenomena of hypergraphia and hyper-religiosity, how religious experiences and poetic expression are neurologically linked with our capacity to respond to music, and how neuropsychiatric disorders influence behaviors related to artistic expression and religiosity by disturbing brain function. With the sensitivity of a dedicated doctor and the curiosity of an accomplished scholar, Trimble offers an insightful analysis of how the study of people with paradigmatical neuropsychiatric conditions can be the cornerstone to unraveling some of the mysteries of the cerebral representations of our highest cultural experiences.
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Exploring the cerebral roots of our cultural experiences.

"The Soul In The Brain" is a fascinating read for anyone intrigued by where art, language, and belief intersect with neuroscience. It's particularly compelling if you've ever wondered about the scientific explanations for why we're moved by music, inspired by poetry, or connected to our spiritual beliefs. Dr. Trimble uses real patient experiences to delve into these profound questions, offering a rare glimpse at the nuanced relationship between brain function and the essence of human creativity and spirituality.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.