The Playful Brain: The Surprising Science of How Puzzles Improve Your Mind
| AUTHOR | Restak, Richard; Kim, Scott; Restak, Richard et al. |
| PUBLISHER | Riverhead Books (12/06/2011) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
Description
This is your brain on puzzles.
Everyone knows that puzzles can improve your brain function. Now a leading neurosurgeon and a noted puzzle designer team up to reveal the fascinating science behind it. Packed with illuminating insights and dozens of puzzles, this is both a lively book of popular science and an engaging set of exercises in developing a wide array of thinking and memory skills.
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ISBN-13:
9781594485459
ISBN-10:
1594485453
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
304
Carton Quantity:
24
Product Dimensions:
5.90 x 0.90 x 8.90 inches
Weight:
0.80 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Index,
Price on Product - Canadian,
Price on Product,
Table of Contents,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Science | Life Sciences - Neuroscience
Science | Cognitive Psychology & Cognition
Science | Puzzles
Grade Level:
College Freshman
and up
Dewey Decimal:
612.82
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This is your brain on puzzles.
Everyone knows that puzzles can improve your brain function. Now a leading neurosurgeon and a noted puzzle designer team up to reveal the fascinating science behind it. Packed with illuminating insights and dozens of puzzles, this is both a lively book of popular science and an engaging set of exercises in developing a wide array of thinking and memory skills.
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