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The Tale of the Dueling Neurosurgeons: The History of the Human Brain as Revealed by True Stories of Trauma, Madness, and RecoveryThe author of the bestseller The Disappearing Spoon reveals the secret inner workings of the brain through strange but true stories. Early studies of the human brain used a simple method: wait for misfortune to strike strokes, seizures, infectious diseases, horrendous accidents and see how victims coped. In many cases their survival was miraculous, if puzzling. Observers were amazed by the transformations that took place when different parts of the
The author of the bestseller The Disappearing Spoon reveals the secret inner workings of the brain through strange but true stories. Early studies of the human brain used a simple method: wait for misfortune to strike -- strokes, seizures, infectious diseases, horrendous accidents -- and see how victims coped. In many cases their survival was miraculous, if puzzling. Observers were amazed by the transformations that took place when different parts of the brain were destroyed, altering victims' personalities. Parents suddenly couldn't recognize their own children. Pillars of the community became pathological liars. Some people couldn't speak but could still sing. In The Tale of the Dueling Neurosurgeons, Sam Kean travels through time with stories of neurological curiosities: phantom limbs, Siamese twin brains, viruses that eat patients' memories, blind people who see through their tongues. He weaves these narratives together with prose that makes the pages fly by, to create a story of discovery that reaches back to the 1500s and the high-profile jousting accident that inspired this book's title. With the lucid, masterful explanations and razor-sharp wit his fans have come to expect, Kean explores the brain's secret passageways and recounts the forgotten tales of the ordinary people whose struggles, resilience, and deep humanity made neuroscience possible.Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Back Bay Books
Published: 06/09/2015
ISBN: 9780316182355
Pages: 432
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 8.20h x 5.40w x 1.10d
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★★★★★ 5
A great lightweight hoodie.
Color: Light Dark Blue Grid, Size: X-Large
Another excellent M MAELREG product. I already have some pants and jackets from M MAELREG and figured this hoodie would be great as well and I was right. It is lightweight and very comfortable while also being warm. The material is smooth and soft to the touch with a stylish look to it that would work in tthe gym, on the golf course, or out about town. I really love the hood design, not having a single hem down the center lets the hood rest more naturally on your head. It fits as expected, I would prefer it to be a couple inches longer, but that's just my personal taste. Overall, this is an excellent lightweight hoodie.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Nice hoodie, very comfortable
Color: Misty Blue, Size: Medium
This hoodie feels lightweight and breathable which makes it good for golf, workouts, or just casual everyday wear. The fabric has a soft athletic feel and stretches enough to stay comfortable while moving around. It’s lighter than a standard sweatshirt, so it works better for layering or mild weather.
I liked that it didn’t feel bulky while still giving some warmth during cooler mornings. The hood lays nicely and the material dries fairly quickly if you sweat in it. It also has a cleaner athletic look that pairs well with joggers, shorts, or golf pants without looking sloppy.
One thing to note is it’s thinner than some people may expect from a hoodie, so it won’t replace a heavy sweatshirt in colder weather. The fit also runs slightly slim depending on build. Still, for sports, travel, or casual wear, it’s comfortable and easy to throw on without feeling heavy.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Great lightweight fabric, good design
Color: Grey Green, Size: Small, Color: Grey Green, Size: Small
This hoodie is a great athletic top. The size small fits my husband well, although it's a little loose in the arms. So if you have a leaner figure, you may find it a bit baggy. But the fabric is fantastic, a high-quality performance fabric that seems breathable and the UV protection is a great bonus. The sleeves are long enough to make good use of the thumb holes in cooler weather, and the color is a nice neutral, gray-green.
For reference, the size small has a chest of about 42" (measured just under the sleeves) and a center back length of approx. 25".
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Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great Quality and Look
Color: Grey Green, Size: Medium
21st century materials are here to save us! :) M Maelreg does a great job utilizing those materials to the best of their ability. I've really become a fan of just about anything that they make, and this shirt is no exception. It's made from the very popular 88/12 Poly/spandex blend that has become ubiquitous in the fitness/active industry because of its amazing tensile characteristics- wicking, quick dry, UPF, and extra comfy against the skin. You get all of that here and a no-frills, really beautiful color to go along with a fit that is exactly true to size. I took the more form-fitting version for my 5'10" 175 lb. frame (I've found both L and M work from these guys, M for a more tailored look) and it's exactly right- enough room to move around comfortably and breathe, not so tight that it's hugging my belly. It's super lightweight and really easy to launder (I hang dry mine to prevent pilling and wrinkles), cold/low and a medium/low heat iron to rid those stubborn factory wrinkles and you shouldn't ever need to iron it again. Another great offering from the folks at Maelreg.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Just like the big brands!
Color: Light Dark Blue Grid, Size: 3X-Large
This hoodie is very good quality. I would say it compares to many of the Columbia or Northface type. The only problem that I encountered was that the sleeves are very long, but that might be a me problem because I am pretty short. The hoodie is very lightweight so it can even be worn on semi warm days and really is mostly used as a form of sunblock.
I feel like the sizing is very true to size and if anything there’s a little extra room. The price is just right since it’s much less expensive than the big brands and it holds up after being washed several times. It’s very comfortable and breathes very nicely as well.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2026
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