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Of Sound Mind: How Our Brain Constructs a Meaningful Sonic World

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Book Synopsis: How sound leaves a fundamental imprint on who we are. Making sense of sound is one of the hardest jobs we ask our brains to do. In Of Sound Mind, Nina Kraus examines the partnership of sound and brain, showing for the first time that the processing of sound drives many of the brain's core functions. Our hearing is always on--we can't close our ears the way we close our eyes--and yet we can ignore sounds that are unimportant. We don't just hear; we engage with sounds. Kraus explores what goes on in our brains when we hear a word--or a chord, or a meow, or a screech.Our hearing brain, Kraus tells us, is vast. It interacts with what we know, with our emotions, with how we think, with our movements, and with our other senses. Auditory neurons make calculations at one-thousandth of a second; hearing is the speediest of our senses. Sound plays an unrecognized role in both healthy and hurting brains. Kraus explores the power of music for healing as well as the destructive power of noise on the nervous system. She traces what happens in the brain when we speak another language, have a language disorder, experience rhythm, listen to birdsong, or suffer a concussion. Kraus shows how our engagement with sound leaves a fundamental imprint on who we are. The sounds of our lives shape our brains, for better and for worse, and help us build the sonic world we live in.

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Experience the fascinating connection between sound and the brain with Of Sound Mind: How Our Brain Constructs a Meaningful Sonic World. In this groundbreaking book, Nina Kraus delves into the intricate partnership of sound and our brain, revealing that the processing of sound is directly linked to many essential functions of our brain. Uncover the hidden power of your hearing and discover how it shapes your perception of the world around you.

Ever wondered why we are able to filter out irrelevant sounds while staying tuned in to what's important? In Of Sound Mind, Kraus reveals how our hearing brain selectively engages with sounds, intertwining with our knowledge, emotions, thoughts, movements, and other senses. Prepare to be amazed as you learn about the lightning-fast calculations auditory neurons make to process sound at an astonishing speed.

But sound's influence on our brain doesn't stop there. With expertise and captivating insights, Kraus explores the extraordinary impact of music on healing and the detrimental effects of noise on the nervous system. Discover how the brain responds to different languages, rhythm, birdsong, and even concussions. As Kraus demonstrates, our engagement with sound leaves an indelible mark on our identity, shaping our brains and helping us construct the sonic world we inhabit.

Ready to embark on a mind-bending journey into the world of sound? Grab your copy of Of Sound Mind today and immerse yourself in the fascinating exploration of sound and its profound impact on our brain. Understand the intricate mechanisms behind our auditory experiences and discover the incredible potential for personal growth and transformation. Get your copy now and unlock the secrets of the sonic universe.

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