Joshua Foer's Book Recommendations

Joshua Foer is an acclaimed American author and journalist best known for his bestselling book "Moonwalking with Einstein," which delves into the art and science of memory. A Yale University graduate, Foer's work has been featured in prestigious publications like National Geographic, Esquire, and Slate. He co-founded the Atlas Obscura, a collaborative project and travel company dedicated to discovering and sharing the world's hidden wonders. In 2006, Foer won the USA Memory Championship, a feat that became the basis for his celebrated book. His contributions have significantly popularized the study of memory and cognitive science.

Books in the Collection

The Mind of a Mnemonist

Aleksandr Romanovich Lurii͡a

Memory in Oral Traditions

David C. Rubin

The Book of Memory

Mary Carruthers

Metaphors of Memory

D. Draaisma

Art of Memory

F. A. Yates

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