Why we remember : the science of memory and how it shapes us
Ranganath, Charan2024
Book
A radical reexamination of memory by pioneering neuroscientist and internationally-renowned memory researcher, Charan Ranganath. We talk about memory as a record of the past, but here's a surprising twist: we aren't supposed toremember everything. In fact, we're designed to forget. Over the course of twenty-five years, Charan Ranganath has studied the flawed, incomplete and purposefully inaccurate nature of memory to findthat our brains haven't evolved to keep a comprehensive record of events, but to extract the information needed to guide our futures. Using fascinating case studies and testimonies, 'Why We Remember' unveils the principles behind whatand why we forget and shines new light on the silent, pervasive influence of memory on how welearn, heal and make decisions.
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockroom | Adult non-fiction hardback | 153.12 RAN | Allocation cancelled (Set: 13 Oct 2025)In-transit from Stockroom to Cheadle Library (Set: 19 Aug 2025) |
Main title:
Why we remember : the science of memory and how it shapes us / Dr Charan Ranganath.
Author:
Ranganath, Charan, author
Imprint:
London : Faber, 2024.
Collation:
viii, 291 pages ; 25 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9780571374144 (hbk)
Dewey class:
153.12153.12 RAN
Language:
English
BRN:
3727063