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A Molecule Away from Madness: Tales of the Hijacked Brain

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Book Synopsis: Longlisted for the PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award Riveting stories of the brain on the brink, from an acclaimed cognitive neurologist.

Our brains are the most complex machines known to humankind, but they have an Achilles heel: the very molecules that allow us to exist can also sabotage our minds. Here are gripping accounts of unruly molecules and the diseases that form in their wake.

A college student cannot remember if she has eaten breakfast. By dinner, she is strapped to a hospital bed, convinced she is battling zombies. A man planning to propose marriage instead becomes violently enraged, gripped by body spasms so severe that he nearly bites off his own tongue. One after another, poor farmers in South Carolina drop dead from a mysterious epidemic of dementia.

With an intoxicating blend of history and intrigue, Sara Manning Peskin invites readers to play medical detective, tracing each diagnosis from the patient to an ailing nervous system. Along the way, Peskin entertains with tales of the sometimes outlandish, often criticized, and forever devoted scientists who discovered it all.

Peskin never loses sight of the human impact of these conditions. Alzheimer's Disease is more than the gradual loss of a loved one; it can be a family's multigenerational curse. The proteins that abound in every cell of our bodies are not simply strings of oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen, and carbon; they are the building blocks of our personalities and relationships. A Molecule Away from Madness is an unputdownable journey into the deepest mysteries of our brains.

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Discover the fascinating secrets of the brain with "A Molecule Away from Madness: Tales of the Hijacked Brain"! This riveting book, longlisted for the prestigious PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award, takes you on an extraordinary journey into the complex world of cognitive neurology. Delve into the captivating stories of how our very own brain molecules can turn against us, wreaking havoc on our minds.

Uncover gripping accounts of individuals battling mysterious diseases that arise from unruly molecules. From a college student losing her grip on reality to a man engulfed in uncontrollable rage, you'll be captivated by the dramatic tales within these pages. But it doesn't stop there – in South Carolina, poor farmers succumb to a perplexing epidemic of dementia. Prepare to become a medical detective, tracing each diagnosis and unraveling the enigma of these perplexing conditions alongside acclaimed author Sara Manning Peskin.

In "A Molecule Away from Madness," Peskin expertly weaves together history and intrigue to transport you into the extraordinary world of neuroscience. Learn about the dedicated, yet often criticized, scientists who fearlessly ventured into the unknown to unlock these profound mysteries. You'll witness the human impact of these conditions, understanding that Alzheimer's Disease is more than just the loss of a loved one – it can be a multigenerational curse that affects entire families.

Our bodies may be composed of simple chemical elements, but the proteins within them hold the key to our very personalities and relationships. Peskin illuminates the profound significance of these building blocks, drawing you deeper into the wonders of the brain. Prepare yourself for an enthralling and unforgettable journey that will leave you hungry for more knowledge and insight.

Are you ready to embark on this unputdownable adventure? Don't miss out on the chance to uncover the deepest mysteries of our brains! Click here to order "A Molecule Away from Madness" now!

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