The Man Who Mistook His Wife For A Hat
The Man Who Mistook His Wife For A Hat
Oliver Sacks
Jordan Peterson
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The Man Who Mistook His Wife For A Hat

The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat and Other Clinical Tales

Oliver Sacks
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In "The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat," Oliver Sacks delves into the shadowy corridors of the human brain, illuminating the remarkable ways in which it can malfunction. Through a series of gripping and poignant narratives, Sacks introduces us to individuals confronting inconceivable neurological disorders that twist their perceptions of reality and identity. From a man who genuinely confuses his wife for a headwear item to others who navigate a world stripped of familiarities—memories erased, objects unrecognizable, and bodies turned foreign—the book is a journey into the resilience and mysteries of the human mind. Sacks, with his compassionate storytelling and expert insight, transforms clinical case studies into rich, human experiences. These tales do not merely chart the struggles of those with neurological peculiarities but celebrate the oddities of the brain that challenge our understanding of what it means to be normal. "The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat" isn't just an exploration of neurological disorders; it's an affirmation of the human spirit's capacity to adapt and flourish under the most bewildering circumstances. Through its exploration of the bizarre, Sacks uncovers the profound, making this book an unforgettable voyage into the depths of human experience.

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Released
1985
1 Jan
Length
243
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Recommended on Jordan Peterson's website.
If a man has lost a leg or an eye, he knows he has lost a leg or an eye; but if he has lost a self—himself—he cannot know it, because he is no longer there to know it.
— Oliver Sacks, The Man Who Mistook His Wife For A Hat

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