Eric Kandel continues to be one of the most compelling voices at the intersection of neuroscience, psychology, and the arts. I seek out his work like a moth to a flame, and The Age of Insight only deepens that admiration. This book is as rich in complexity as it is in curiosity— an expansive, cerebral meditation on…
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“Broad Strokes: 15 Women Who Made Art and Made History (in That Order)” Bridget Quinn
Thhis one was an absolute delight. Broad Strokes is a vibrant, witty, and accessible celebration of women artists who’ve shaped the history of art—many of whom never got the recognition they deserved. Bridget Quinn manages to balance historical detail with personality, making each chapter feel alive and conversational rather than stuffy or academic. The tone…
“Reductionism in Art and Brain Science” Eric Kandel
Eric Kandel takes an audacious leap in Reductionism in Art and Brain Science, connecting two worlds that seem worlds apart but are, in fact, intertwined at their core. This is a book that asks big, ambitious questions: How do the intricate workings of our brain shape the way we perceive art, and how does art,…
A Tempest Storm 