This item is out of stock.

The Neurotourist: Postcards from the Ed..., Frank, Lone

worldofbooksinc
(251851)
Seller's other items
Contact seller
US $7.99
ApproximatelyS$ 10.31
Condition:
Very Good
Shipping:
Free USPS Media MailTM.
Located in: Montgomery Illinois, United States
Delivery:
Estimated between Fri, 3 Oct and Tue, 7 Oct to 94104
Estimated delivery dates - opens in a new window or tab include seller's handling time, origin ZIP Code, destination ZIP Code and time of acceptance and will depend on shipping service selected and receipt of cleared paymentcleared payment - opens in a new window or tab. Delivery times may vary, especially during peak periods.
Returns:
30 days return. Seller pays for return shipping.
Coverage:
Read item description or contact seller for details. See all detailsSee all details on coverage
(Not eligible for eBay purchase protection programmes)
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
eBay item number:354682775574
Last updated on Sep 29, 2025 08:56:42 SGTView all revisionsView all revisions

Item specifics

Condition
Very Good: A book that has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, ...
ISBN
1851687963
EAN
9781851687961
Date of Publication
20110601
Publication Name
N/A
Type
Paperback / softback
Release Title
The Neurotourist: Postcards from the Edge of Brain Science
Artist
Frank, Lone
Brand
N/A
Colour
N/A
Category

About this product

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Oneworld Publications
ISBN-10
1851687963
ISBN-13
9781851687961
eBay Product ID (ePID)
99592091

Product Key Features

Book Title
Neurotourist : Postcards from the Edge of Brain Science
Number of Pages
244 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2011
Topic
Neuroscience, Life Sciences / Neuroscience, General, Life Sciences / Human Anatomy & Physiology
Features
Revised
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Science, Medical
Author
Lone Frank
Format
Uk-B Format Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
13.6 Oz
Item Length
7.8 in
Item Width
5.1 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
Riveting. Lone Frank has selected the most intriguing issues currently engaging scientists and philosophers, and presented them in a way that will engage anyone who possesses the organ she writes about., "...it does a great job of exploring the impending neuro-revolution and the sometimes scary consequences of neuro-technology. Frank's conclusion is encouraging; with greater self-knowledge you will find that "your personal biology is not a prison, but a lump of playdough you can help form." Susan Blackmore, In this fascinating exploration of the most intriguing brain experiments so far this century, Lone Frank introduces us to a coming neuro revolution. She travels the globe meeting pioneers in psychology, neurology and philosophy to discover how our perceptions of happiness, law, morality and religion will be revolutionised by our understanding of the brain., "...does a great job of exploring the impending neuro-revolution and the sometimes scary consequences of neuro-technology." -- BBC Focus, "In this fascinating exploration of the most intriguing brain experiments so far this century, Lone Frank introduces us to a coming neuro revolution." -- New Scientist, "...it does a great job of exploring the impending neuro-revolution and the sometimes scary consequences of neuro-technology.  Frank's conclusion is encouraging; with greater self-knowledge you will find that "your personal biology is not a prison, but a lump of playdough you can help form."  Susan Blackmore, Think that you know yourself? Think again. The coming Neurorevolution will destroy your certainties -- but maybe set you free. Arm yourself. Read this book.
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Decimal
612.8
Edition Description
Revised edition
Synopsis
Acclaimed journalist and intrepid brain "explorer" Lone Frank embarks on an incredible adventure to the frontiers of neuroscience to reveal how today's top scientists are reinventing human nature, morality, happiness, health, and reality itself. Interlacing bizarre experiments, cutting-edge science, and irreverent interviews, The Neurotourist is an odyssey through the mind-bending revolution underway in the new age of the brain., Acclaimed journalist Lone Frank embarks on an incredible adventure to the frontiers of neuroscience, revealing how today's top scientists are reinventing human nature, morality, happiness, health, and reality itself. Interlacing bizarre experiments, cutting-edge science, and irreverent interviews, The Neurotourist is an odyssey through the mind-bending revolution underway in the new age of the brain., Discover the true heart of humanity: the brain Your brain shapes your world, but you can also shape your brain. From the God helmet to the No Lie MRI, award-winning journalist Lone Frank embarks on an incredible adventure to the frontiers of neuroscience, revealing how today's top scientists are reinventing human nature, morality, happiness, health, and reality itself. Interlacing bizarre experiments, cutting-edge research, and irreverent interviews, The Neurotourist is an unforgettable tour of the mind-bending revolution underway in the new age of the brain. A critically-acclaimed journalist, science writer, and TV presenter, Lone Frank also holds a PhD in neurobiology and has worked as a research scientist in Denmark and the US. Apart from a particularly cute corpus callosum she has an expert s word that her brain is quite unremarkable. A] fascinating exploration of the most intriguing brain experiments so far this century. The New Scientist", Discover the true heart of humanity: the brain Acclaimed journalist and intrepid brain "explorer" Lone Frank embarks on an incredible adventure to the frontiers of neuroscience to reveal how today's top scientists are reinventing human nature, morality, happiness, health, and reality itself. Interlacing bizarre experiments, cutting-edge science, and irreverent interviews, The Neurotourist is an odyssey through the mind-bending revolution underway in the new age of the brain.
LC Classification Number
RC343

Item description from the seller

About this seller

worldofbooksinc

98.2% positive feedback•1.2M items sold

Joined Feb 2020
Usually responds within 24 hours
In 2002, World of Books Group was founded on an ethos to do good, protect the planet and support charities by enabling more goods to be reused. Since then, we've grown into to a global company ...
See more
Visit storeContact

Detailed Seller Ratings

Average for the last 12 months
Accurate description
4.8
Reasonable shipping cost
5.0
Shipping speed
5.0
Communication
5.0

Seller feedback (289,734)

All ratings
Positive
Neutral
Negative
See all feedback