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Discover a concise, beautifully written introduction to how minds work with Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain — a perfect hardcover companion for curious readers, parents, teachers, and anyone fascinated by the science behind thought and feeling. This brand-new, accessible book condenses cutting-edge neuroscience into seven short, engaging chapters (plus a brief evolutionary history), making complex ideas easy to understand and immediately useful in everyday life.

What’s inside
In seven clear lessons, Lisa Feldman Barrett, Ph.D., guides readers through where brains came from, how they’re structured, and how they create perception, emotion, and social connection. Along the way the book debunks persistent myths — from the “lizard brain” to simplistic nature-versus-nurture debates — helping readers reframe how they think about behavior, learning, and relationships.

Product details
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781408898673

About the author

Lisa Feldman Barrett, Ph.D., is among the top 1% most cited scientists worldwide for her influential research in psychology and neuroscience. A University Distinguished Professor at Northeastern University with appointments at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Dr. Barrett earned a Guggenheim fellowship in neuroscience (2019) and is a member of both the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the Royal Society of Canada. Her expertise brings trustworthy, research-backed insight to readers of all backgrounds. Learn more at LisaFeldmanBarrett.com.

Why readers love this paperback edition feel in a hardcover format

Although concise, this hardcover edition delivers big ideas in a compact, giftable package. It’s an ideal addition to personal libraries, classroom reading lists, or professional development collections for educators and therapists. The clear prose and real-world examples make it a go-to resource for discussing mental health, learning strategies, and social-emotional development with young adults and adults alike.

• Concise and accessible: Seven short lessons that explain neuroscience without jargon.
• Authoritative voice: Written by an award-winning, highly cited neuroscientist.
• Hardcover durability: Built to be shared in classrooms, waiting rooms, or as a keepsake.
• Myth-busting approach: Clears up common misconceptions about brain function and emotion.
• Perfect for discussion: Short chapters make it easy to use for book groups, lesson plans, or family conversations.

Whether you’re shopping for a thoughtful gift, stocking a classroom, or building a personal reading list about the mind, Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain in hardcover delivers reliable science presented with warmth and clarity. Trusted by educators and recommended by professionals, this book makes complex neuroscience feel useful and humane — a timeless addition to any bookshelf and an excellent starting point for lifelong learning.