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A review by librarianleah
The Man Who Tasted Words: A Neurologist Explores the Strange and Startling World of Our Senses by Guy Leschziner
5.0
FASCINATING! As a recently diagnosed migraneur, I've been educating myself on various neurological issues. I was really glad that migraines were even mentioned several times in this book. These stories of neurological abnormalities are so interesting. Guy Leschziner is refreshingly humble, even admitting what no doctor dares to admit: they tend to see themselves as the "gold standard" of "normal", and anyone else experiencing the world differently is "abnormal". His self-awareness, intelligence, and obvious empathy combined with fascination make this a riveting read. I listened to the audiobook read by the author, and his voice is so soothing. I can only imagine what it would smell and taste like if I were a synesthete.
This is a remarkable look at neurology that is accessible to the average non-neurologist. Hey Guy, can you please be my neurologist?!
This is a remarkable look at neurology that is accessible to the average non-neurologist. Hey Guy, can you please be my neurologist?!