
Titles in This Set
The Brain: The Story of You
Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain
Livewired: The Inside Story of the Ever-Changing Brain
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Canongate Books
Overview
This David Eagleman collection brings together three bestselling explorations of the human brain in brand-new paperback. The Brain: The Story of You traces how neurons and networks build identity and memory. Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain, a New York Times bestseller, reveals the unconscious processes steering everyday decisions. Livewired: The Inside Story of the Ever-Changing Brain surveys the astonishing neuroplasticity that lets the brain rewire itself throughout life. Written by a Stanford neuroscientist, all three titles translate cutting-edge research into vivid, accessible narratives perfect for curious adult readers, students, and lifelong learners alike.
About the Books
Across these three works, David Eagleman charts a compelling arc through the science of the mind. The Brain: The Story of You examines how the roughly three-pound organ inside your skull constructs your sense of self, weaving sensory input, memory, and prediction into the ongoing narrative you experience as reality. It explores consciousness, perception, and identity with clarity and warmth, making dense neuroscience feel personal and immediate. Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain, a New York Times bestseller, digs into the vast unconscious machinery operating beneath awareness—the hidden processes behind habits, biases, cravings, and split-second judgments that shape behavior far more than we realize. Eagleman uses striking real-world examples to show how much of "us" runs on autopilot. Livewired: The Inside Story of the Ever-Changing Brain pushes further into neuroplasticity, describing how the brain continuously rewires itself in response to new experiences, sensory substitution devices, and technology. Together, the set moves from questions of identity, to the unconscious forces guiding daily choices, to the brain's dynamic, ever-adapting architecture. Each book stands on its own but gains extra resonance read alongside the others, offering a well-rounded picture of what neuroscience currently understands about being human. The collection suits readers new to popular science as well as those already familiar with Eagleman's television work, and each title balances rigorous research with an engaging, story-driven voice.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
The Brain: The Story of You — Explores how neural circuits construct memory, perception, and the ongoing sense of self.
Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain — A New York Times bestseller uncovering the unconscious processes that quietly steer everyday decisions.
Livewired: The Inside Story of the Ever-Changing Brain — Investigates the brain's remarkable capacity to rewire itself in response to experience and technology.
About the Author
David Eagleman, PhD, is a neuroscientist and internationally bestselling author who teaches at Stanford University. He is the creator and host of the Emmy-nominated PBS series "The Brain," and his research focuses on brain plasticity, time perception, synesthesia, and the intersection of neuroscience with the legal system. Eagleman has published widely in academic journals and popular books, translating complex science for general audiences with clarity and enthusiasm. His ability to make neuroscience rigorous yet genuinely readable has earned him a devoted following among students, professionals, and curious readers.
Why You'll Love This Collection
Three thought-provoking reads in one brand-new paperback bundle, perfect for a birthday gift, holiday season pick, or your own summer reading stack. Whether you're a student, a science enthusiast, or simply curious about your own mind, this set delivers accessible, well-researched insight into how the brain truly works.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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