{"title":"Baroness Susan Greenfield","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the fascinating works of \u003cem\u003eBaroness Susan Greenfield\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished neuroscientist and author, renowned for her profound insights into the human brain. Her books, including the captivating title \u003cstrong\u003eThe Private Life of the Brain\u003c\/strong\u003e, offer an in-depth look into the intricate workings of our brain. Categorised under Science \u0026amp; Nature, Greenfield’s writings delve into the mysteries of consciousness, revealing the ways in which our mental life is shaped by the brain's unique physiology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGreenfield skilfully combines scientific expertise with a clear and engaging writing style, making complex neurological concepts accessible to readers of all backgrounds. Her explorations into how the brain influences our thoughts, behaviours, and learning processes are essential reads for anyone interested in understanding the mind's endless capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor both students of science and curious minds, the works of Baroness Susan Greenfield provide an enriching gateway into the ever-evolving realms of neuroscience. Discover a collection that not only informs but also inspires deep reflection on the essence of human thought and experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-private-life-of-the-brain-by-baroness-susan-greenfield-9780141007205","title":"The Private Life of the Brain","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs our knowledge of the brain grows beyond the wildest expectations, the time is ripe to explore pleasure in terms of the workings of the mind. Pleasure is the most marvellous sensation, the most prized state, but also, properly understood, the most basic type of consciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding pleasure suggests new ways of understanding consciousness itself by looking at the neurological character of our most primitive emotions. In this volume, Susan Greenfield explains various mysteries: for example, how different experiences give rise to similar sensations in the mind, such as those experienced via sport, raves, or orgasm; the workings of recreational drugs; and the neurological character of pleasure, which reveals a complex, close relationship to feelings of fear (for example, the appeal of the rollercoaster).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Private Life of the Brain\u003c\/em\u003e offers insights into the mind's intricate landscape, highlighting the interplay between pleasure and fear, and inviting readers to ponder the neurological underpinnings of our most profound sensations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46342792216812,"sku":"9780141007205","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4874033482238.jpg?v=1743943593"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/baroness-susan-greenfield.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}