Book · 2016
Patient H. M. - A Story of Memory, Madness, and Family Secrets
Why people recommend it
Patient H.M.: A Story of Memory, Madness, and Family Secrets by Luke Dittrich is a profound nonfiction work exploring the tragic medical history of Henry Molaison and the complex family dynamics surrounding his treatment. On an episode of The Book Review titled Inside The New York Times Book Review: The Attica Uprising, host Gilbert Cruz discussed the book in depth with reviewer Seth Mnookin. Cruz introduced Mnookin, noting that he is the author of The Panic Virus and that he had written the review of Dittrich's book for that week's issue of the publication. Throughout the segment, Cruz and his guest examined the intricate narrative constructed by Dittrich, which investigates both the famous neurological patient and the personal history of the neurosurgeon who performed his lobotomy. As the discussion concluded, Cruz returned to the title to ensure listeners took note of the recommendation, explicitly reminding readers who want to engage with the compelling material to seek out Patient H.M.: A Story of Memory, Madness, and Family Secrets by Luke Dittrich, pointing them toward a deeply reported and unsettling piece of scientific and biographical history.
Who recommended it
- Gilbert Cruz Recommended
Gilbert Cruz — 4 mentions
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