Phineas Gage: A Gruesome but True Story About Brain Science

Name: Phineas Gage: A Gruesome but True Story About Brain Science
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Book Synopsis: An ALA Notable Children’s Book and Best Book for Young Adults Guggenheim Fellow John Fleischman separates fact from legend in this delightfully gruesome tale about Phineas Gage, the man with the hole in his skull.

In 1848, Phineas Gage was just a normal man in Cavendish, Vermont, working as a railroad construction foreman when a thirteen-pound iron rod shot through his brain. Defying all expectations, he went on to live another eleven years. His miraculous recovery couldn’t hide the fact that he was forever changed by the accident. The people around him agreed that the well-liked and dependable Phineas Gage had turned into a crude and unpredictable man.

What happened to Phineas Gage’s brain? Complete with full-color photographs, a glossary, index, and a guide to resources, Phineas Gage will show you how your brain works through this fascinating case study, as packed with neuroscience as it is shocking details.

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Discover the captivating and shocking true story of Phineas Gage in "Phineas Gage: A Gruesome but True Story About Brain Science." This ALA Notable Children’s Book and Best Book for Young Adults will transport you back to 1848 when Gage, a railroad construction foreman from Cavendish, Vermont, experienced a life-altering accident.

Picture this: a thirteen-pound iron rod shooting through Gage's brain, defying all odds and expectations. Against every possible prognosis, Gage not only survived but lived another eleven years. However, his survival came with a price. The once well-liked and dependable Gage underwent a profound transformation, becoming crude and unpredictable.

Curious about what happened to Gage's brain? "Phineas Gage" provides an immersive reading experience, complete with full-color photographs, a glossary, and an index. Dive into this captivating case study, packed with shocking details and insights into neuroscience. Explore how Gage's brain worked, revealing the fascinating inner workings of your own.

Unearth the mysteries of brain science with "Phineas Gage" and gain a deeper understanding of the complexities that lie within us all. Be enthralled by the enthralling narrative and revel in the educational value this book offers.

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