A Short History of the Brain

Exploring the evolution of our understanding of the brain, this book delves into significant historical milestones, including prehistoric brain surgery, medieval Islamic discoveries, and the influence of Renaissance art. It highlights key developments such as Enlightenment research spurred by the electric eel, 19th-century evolutionary theories, Freud's contributions to neurology, and the advent of brain scans. Drawing from a successful BBC Radio 4 series, it offers a captivating journey through humanity's quest to comprehend the brain, the most complex entity known.