Book description
Imagine finally understanding why certain artworks stir something deep within you, and how your own mind secretly shapes that feeling. Eric Kandel, the Nobel-winning neuroscientist, doesn't just tell you this-he makes it resonate through the compelling, human story of Vienna 1900. In The Age of Insight, he masterfully bridges the glittering salons of Freud, Klimt, and Schnitzler with the cutting-edge science of today, revealing how our unconscious mind has always been the hidden engine of art, emotion, and even memory itself.
This isn't a dry lecture. Kandel's voice, perfectly suited for audiobook, guides you through the vibrant chaos of turn-of-the-century Vienna-where doctors, artists, and thinkers collided over ideas that shattered how we see ourselves. You'll hear how Freud's shockwaves about repressed desires weren't just psychology; they were a key to unlocking how we perceive art. You'll feel Schnitzler's revolutionary interior monologues, Klimt's raw portraits, and Kokoschka's restless energy not as historical footnotes, but as living, breathing conversations with our modern brains. Kandel doesn't just explain what they did; he shows you why it still matters when you stand before a painting or try to understand a dream.
The real magic? Kandel makes complex neuroscience feel utterly accessible and deeply personal. He connects Freud's theories to brain scans, Klimt's symbols to how we process emotion, and Schnitzler's writing to the way our minds construct reality. You'll finish this audiobook not just informed, but renewed-seeing art, your own thoughts, and even your daily interactions through a new, fascinating lens. It's the rare book where a Nobel laureate's genius meets pure storytelling, turning a century-old cultural revolution into a vital guide for understanding your own mind right now.
Forget dusty textbooks. The Age of Insight is a vibrant, deeply human journey-perfect for listening while you unwind, ponder, or even gaze at a favorite painting with fresh eyes. It's not just about the past; it's about how we see the world, and why that matters more than ever. Press play. Your mind will thank you.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience