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 sets a standard for neuroscience textbooks December 2, 2007
This is a great book by any standard. A massive amount of information in the vast field of neuroscience is covered in detail and synthesized in a coherent fashion. In addition to Eric Kandel's pioneering laboratory research, this book is one of his great contributions to neuroscience, and of course many other scientists contributed to it, including James Schwartz and Thomas Jessell. It's as good as the best textbooks I've read, such as Alberts' Molecular Biology of the Cell. It covers up to date research, in addition to the history of the field. Topics range from the molecular workings of the neuron all the way up to behavior. It's not at all dumbed down, so someone seeking a "CliffsNotes" version of the field should look elsewhere. I suppose, however, if someone just wants a summary of the field, he can simply read the subheadlines in each chapter. The book is lengthy due to its detail, but the intelligent general reader should readily understand nearly all of it. And in spite of its length it actually is concise in covering this broad range of subject matter. Author of Adjust Your Brain: A Practical Theory for Maximizing Mental Health.
If only all textbooks were like this September 5, 2005
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
Don't be discouraged by the size or price. This book is the best textbook I've ever read, its a shame it only covers neuroscience!
 highly informative June 1, 2004
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This textbook is one of the most highly recommended on my course, extremely usefulfor a student with a large budget for buying books. Has lots of information on a wide variety of fields in neural science and physiology but is a little large to carry around everywhere aswell as being a little wordy and extremely expensive. Probably best to check it out in the library
Foundation book for neurology August 12, 2003
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
All I can say is that if you want clear, concise explanation of neural systems, this is the book for you.
You won't get tired of reading this book.. May 20, 2001
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
This book has an EXCELLENT way to explain how the brain works, also presenting many experimental examples. It's excellent if you want to get a deeper knowledge of neuro physiology. Having already a basic neuroanatomy knowledge helps understanding better some points.
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