Landscapes of the Brain

The brain consists of maps, and this is not a metaphor. Our brain is a whole atlas, and its maps describe our body, emotions, movements, and how we perceive the world around us through our senses. The existence of maps in the brain was discovered by scientists over a century ago, but only recently have some of their secrets been revealed and their profound impact on our lives understood. The landscapes of the brain determine our way of thinking and explain why we think, feel, and act the way we do. The structure of brain maps is responsible, on one hand, for the uniqueness of our personality, and on the other — for the commonality and understanding with other people. The author of the book, neurobiologist Rebecca Schwarzlose, makes us look at ourselves from a new perspective and reveals the amazing connection between our mind and the surrounding world.