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Book Synopsis: Phineas Gage was truly a man with a hole in his head. Phineas, a railroad construction foreman, was blasting rock near Cavendish, Vermont, in 1848 when a thirteen-pound iron rod was shot through his brain. Miraculously, he survived to live another eleven years and become a textbook case in brain science. At the time, Phineas Gage seemed to completely recover from his accident. He could walk, talk, work, and travel, but he was changed. Gage "was no longer Gage," said his Vermont doctor, meaning that the old Phineas was dependable and well liked, and the new Phineas was crude and unpredictable. His case astonished doctors in his day and still fascinates doctors today. What happened and what didn’t happen inside the brain of Phineas Gage will tell you a lot about how your brain works and how you act human.
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Discover the incredible story of Phineas Gage: A man with a hole in his head, who defied all odds and became a pivotal figure in brain science. Back in 1848, Phineas was a railroad construction foreman when a thirteen-pound iron rod pierced through his brain during a blasting accident near Cavendish, Vermont. Against all expectations, he miraculously survived, living another eleven years as a textbook case in the field of brain science.
Phineas Gage's journey is nothing short of remarkable. Though he appeared physically recovered after the accident, his personality underwent a drastic transformation. The man known for being dependable and well-liked transformed into someone crude and unpredictable. His case not only astounded doctors of his time but also continues to captivate and intrigue medical professionals today.
Through Phineas Gage's story, you'll uncover the inner workings of the human brain and gain invaluable insights into how it shapes our behavior. This gripping tale teaches us about the profound impact of brain injuries, while also shedding light on the fundamental aspects of our own humanity.
Don't miss out on this captivating journey into the depths of brain science. Grab your copy of "Phineas Gage: A Gruesome but True Story About Brain Science" and embark on a thought-provoking adventure that will challenge your understanding of what it means to be human. Enhance your knowledge and satisfy your curiosity today!
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