Sacks, Oliver, 1933-2015

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Oliver Sacks makes unusual neurological studies fascinating to the average reader. By presenting his research in terms of the people he works with, he creates accounts that read like short stories and novels. Clearly enthused by his subjects and caring deeply about the people whose conditions he examines and treats, his vivid writing brings scientific investigation almost to the level of entertainment. Method and fact underlie his delight in scientific investigation, and readers remember what they learn through his popular presentations. Start with: Musicophilia
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  • American
  • British
  • English
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https://www.oliversacks.com/
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Sacks, Oliver, 1933-2015
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https://www.oliversacks.com/
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1933-2015
Description
Oliver Sacks makes unusual neurological studies fascinating to the average reader. By presenting his research in terms of the people he works with, he creates accounts that read like short stories and novels. Clearly enthused by his subjects and caring deeply about the people whose conditions he examines and treats, his vivid writing brings scientific investigation almost to the level of entertainment. Method and fact underlie his delight in scientific investigation, and readers remember what they learn through his popular presentations. Start with: Musicophilia
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  • American
  • British
  • English
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