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Moonwalking with Einstein
- The Art and Science of Remembering Everything
- Narrated by: Mike Chamberlain
- Length: 9 hrs and 31 mins
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The unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything, Joshua Foer's part-memoir, part-guide on mastering your memory. Read by Mike Chamberlain. On average, people squander forty days annually trying to remember things they’ve forgotten. Joshua Foer used to be one of those people. But after a year of training, he found himself in the finals of the U.S. Memory Championship. He also discovered a truth we too often forget: In every way, we are the sum of our memories. In Moonwalking with Einstein Foer draws on cutting-edge research, the cultural history of memory and the techniques of 'mental atheletes' to transform our understanding of human remembering. He learns the ancient methods used by Cicero and Medieval scholars.
He meets amnesiacs, neuroscientists and savants - including a man who claims to have memorized more than nine thousand books. In doing so, he reveals the hidden impact of memory on our lives, and shows how we can all dramatically improve our memories. At a time when electronic devices have all but rendered our individual memories obsolete, Foer's book is a quest to resurrect the gift we all possess, but that too often slips our minds.
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- Philip
- 08-08-12
A very interesting listen
This book follows Joshua Foer through his journey from average guy to memory champ challenger, and while it skims over the various memory methods, if you want to use them, you have to research the information yourself
What is amazing is the amount of people in the memory game who limit themselves to certain types, while Josh, in a year, manages to out-do the "professionals" who have been doing it for years, let alone the "memory freaks" (or false ones) who just have remarkable minds, or don't
If you're interested in your mind and how to expand it, then this is an interesting listen, but it won't teach you, it will just set you on the way, and show you about the memory championships
The narrator is good, almost making you think that it's the voice of Josh Foer, which makes it all the more interesting - a very well read book, and I can't wait to listen to more ready by Mike Chamberlain!
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- Wicked Wolfie
- 28-01-16
Not quite what I was expecting
Would you listen to Moonwalking with Einstein again? Why?
probably not
Any additional comments?
I was expecting a guide on memory techniques but this is more of one man's story of learning the techniques himself.
4 people found this helpful
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- Mr Axilus
- 07-04-13
changed my view on life
there are a few books which at first glance you think to yourself.. "really, another self help book?". with this book you could not be more wrong, or at least... i couldn't. i found my self very surprised at the level of interest in mnemonics this book has ignited within me. the story was told through a very engaging narrative, with which i constantly found myself chuckling aloud.. and at one point even, shedding tears. yes i admit it, i cried. at a certain point in this book i came across a realization about the absence of memory that was sadder than anything i could imagine. but alas, i fear i have already said too much. now.. go forth and listen to one of the books that i'm proud to call my favorites.
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- Jason
- 24-09-13
A good relaxed read
This is a good book which touches on some of the techniques used for memory training but mainly follows the author through being a memory novice to competing in the US memory championship. Its not a memory training aid but a relaxed, light hearted take on the people who commit themselves to memorising infeasible amounts of data, and the so called savants who can do this effortlessly.
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- Mr. M. Curtis
- 04-06-14
Meh...
I sort of enjoyed it but having returned to write this I can safely say I can't remember much about it. Other than the main plot spoiler... Remembering stuff is quite hard.
The characters explored by the book are interesting in a "Weirdo on the bus" kinda way, but I'm not sure it was the main thrust of the book.
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- Tucker
- 28-12-12
Enlightening!!
if you are interested in how your mind and memory works i would recommend this book, well structured and informative and certainly gets you thinking
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- Emma Jones
- 07-04-22
Great and inspiring
I love books like this. An author’s journey and an insight into a world I previously knew nothing about. Really easy lesson but not in a banal way. A rare 5 stars all round
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- MR M G KODER
- 21-10-20
Contains two tips for creating memory associations
They are: 1) use memory palaces and 2) create obscene images. . . . .
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- Alan Francis Kirby
- 08-05-19
An inspirational story mixed in with a few hints
This book isn't something that I'd reccommed for learning the techniques of memory champions, but it is a highly reccommeded supplementary resource. I found it to be inspiring and generally very informative despite the fact that there isn't too much detail on the actual methods. If you want detail then maybe a book such as 'super student super memory' by Harry Lorayne would be a good resource. Either way, I enjoyed this book (audio format) and I would reccommed it to anyone interested in improving their memory drastically.
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- SeaEagle1453
- 02-06-14
An interesting view into memory
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Yes, I enjoyed it greatly. It is an interesting take on memory from the point of view of the non- specialist. It provides a view of the subject and the community of specialist competitors
Who was your favorite character and why?
It is pretty much autobiographical so that Josh is the main vehicle for the narrative.
Have you listened to any of Mike Chamberlain’s other performances? How does this one compare?
No but I think he does an excellent job on this book.
Any additional comments?
This is not an instruction book on how to develop your memory but an insight into the subject written in a clear way by a journalist who explores the path of memory enhancement from the inside.
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- ilkka
- 11-03-13
The holy grail has been found
What did you love best about Moonwalking with Einstein?
A very well written book. Extremely useful and fascinating topic in an easy-to-digest format. I couldn't recommend more. I actually started applying the techniques I learned from this book in my medical studies and honestly feel like I've made enormous progress.
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- Michael
- 28-06-12
Interesting, informative stuff that happened.
Would you try another book from Joshua Foer and/or Mike Chamberlain?
This blog style book sprinkled with some science and facts is good pop intelligentia waffle and can be helpful to fill in the gaps of studying something like memory learning but I am not sure Joshua Foer has another book like this in him. Not sure if I would read any other book by him.
Would you listen to another book narrated by Mike Chamberlain?
Mike Chamberlain is easy to listen to but far from the best and I would not write home to mother about his style. Business like, pedestrian, american is the best way to describe his narration. His English accents are bad. Still he gave it a go and nothing stood out so bad to make you drop your iPod and run away with your ears bleeding. He's okay.
Do you think Moonwalking with Einstein needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?
Perhaps Joshua should take the next step and learn a new skill for the brain like decision making, analitical thinking or learning a language in record time. Something to test the mechanics rather than just top up the grey matter. Would be interesting to see his take on exploring more about what the brain is capable.
Any additional comments?
I learned much from this book. I enjoyed it as light intelligentia entertainment. It will not make you a genius but clear up some of your self improvement wish list or at least help you remember it.
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- Gerhard van Huyssteen
- 27-01-23
Most informative and enjoyable
Brilliant combination of popular scientific communication, and storytelling. The focus is (luckily!) not so much on "how to improve your memory", but rather on a history of memory studies, the neuroanatomy of memory, etc. Highly recommended!
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- AlienAmplifier
- 19-12-19
just awesome
Just awesome, give a new meaning to be present, pure motivation to what's make us human. GODISNOWERE.
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- Declan
- 31-08-19
A stroll through a very interesting experiment
If you're looking for a quick guide to the secrets of memory techniques, this isn't it. Its not supposed to be.
Joshua extensively delves into the world of memory as a whole and has very neatly wrapped into the timeline of his experiment to improve his memory.
I feel he did a great job to expose what it really takes to get to where he was and demystified the topic quite well. There is enough info to start the practice of memory techniques but with the realisation that it's going to take effort to get good at it.
I enjoyed the book and Mike Chamberlain has a very informative and documentary like tone of voice which made it easy to breeze through the book.
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- Anonymous User
- 28-09-18
Good story ,but the conclussion seemd forced.
i loved it.It is an very interesting thing to read.
i Hope that is clearing some things up.
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- Amazon Customer
- 29-05-18
A good book.
A good book have already recommended to my friends and family.Will be able to corelate time and memories now :)
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- Jon
- 01-05-18
completely engaging and gripping tale!
read this as had recently become obsessed with learning memory techniques and this book was on the experts "must read" list. A wonderful and gripping tale regardless of whether you are interested in mnemonics or not! highly recommend
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- Ashlea
- 27-01-18
Worth every second of listening.
This book has changed the way in which I view memory. My mindfulness begins today...
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- Dr A Theron
- 21-01-18
The sharpening of one's memory
Fascinating and informative! Every scholar should be made aware of the positive impact of memorizing.