{"title":"Chris Frith","description":"\u003cp\u003eChris Frith is a prominent figure in the field of neuroscience, celebrated for his ability to make complex scientific concepts accessible to a broader audience. His works delve into the intricacies of the human mind, offering insights into how our brains govern our thoughts, behaviours, and perceptions. One notable title in his collection is \u003cem\u003eTwo Heads\u003c\/em\u003e, where he explores the wonders of human cognition through a collaborative and engaging narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrith's contributions lie not only in his scientific research but also in his skill as a writer who bridges the gap between scholarly work and popular science. His books are perfect for those interested in Biography \u0026amp; Memoir, providing both an autobiographical element and an exploration of the mind's complexities. This makes his works ideal for readers who are keen to understand the profound nature of human consciousness and the fascinating processes behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse through Chris Frith's collection to uncover enlightening perspectives that challenge and enrich your understanding of the brain's remarkable capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"two-heads-by-chris-frith-9781526601551","title":"Two Heads","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Charming and addictively accessible' STEVEN PINKER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Original, authoritative and beautiful' BRIAN COX\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'The most wonderful adventure' ROBIN INCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA brilliantly illustrated journey through the wonders and mysteries of the human brain – from a renowned husband-and-wife team of cognitive neuroscientists.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProfessors and husband-and-wife team Uta and Chris Frith have pioneered major studies of brain disorders throughout their nearly fifty-year career. In \u003ci\u003eTwo Heads\u003c\/i\u003e, their distinguished careers serve as a prism through which they share the compelling story of the birth of neuroscience and their paradigm-shifting discoveries across areas as wide-ranging as autism and schizophrenia research, and new frontiers of social cognition including diversity, prejudice, confidence, collaboration and empathy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWorking with their son Alex Frith and artist Daniel Locke, they examine the way that neuroscientific research is now focused on the fact we are a social species, whose brains have evolved to work cooperatively. What happens when people gather in groups? How do people behave when they’re in pairs – either pitted against each other or working together? Is it better to surround yourself with people who are similar to yourself, or different? And, are two heads \u003ci\u003ereally\u003c\/i\u003e better than one?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHighly original and ingeniously illustrated, \u003ci\u003eTwo Heads\u003c\/i\u003e provides an expansive understanding of how our brains work, and how they work together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846892933356,"sku":"9781526601551","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14523023482731.jpg?v=1758927157"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/chris-frith.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}