Proust and the Squid. Book Summary

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Maryanne Wolf

What’s inside

This book explores the history, development, and remarkable complexity of the reading brain, with insights from neurology and linguistics.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding the cognitive process behind reading
  • Insights into reading difficulties and dyslexia
  • Appreciating the evolution of written language
  • Learning about the impact of digital media on reading

Key Points

  • The Evolution of Reading and Writing
  • Neurological Underpinnings of Reading
  • Reading Development in Children
  • Dyslexia and Reading Challenges
  • The Future of Reading in a Digital Age
  • The Reading Brain in Different Cultures

Who’s it For

  • Educators
  • Psychologists
  • Linguists
  • Neuroscience Enthusiasts
  • Parents
  • Readers interested in cognitive science

About the author

Maryanne Wolf is a renowned cognitive neuroscientist and scholar, specializing in the study of the reading brain, language, and dyslexia.