Daniel Levitin Books
Daniel Levitin is a cognitive psychologist and neuroscientist. He is particularly well known for his work in music theory. He has authored several best-selling books, including This Is Your Brain on Music: The Science of a Human Obsession, and The World in Six Songs: How the Musical Brain Created Human Nature.
What's This Is Your Brain on Music about?
In This is Your Brain on Music (2006), musician and neuroscientist Dr. Daniel J. Levitin illuminates exactly what happens in the brain when people listen to rhythms, timbres and pitches, helping us understand why we’re so profoundly affected by music.
Who should read This Is Your Brain on Music?
- People curious about what happens in their brain when they listen to music
- Anyone who wants to learn more about the relationship between psychology and music
What's Weaponized Lies about?
Weaponized Lies (2016) is a user’s manual for today’s news media. It teaches you various skills that will help you to analyze the vast amount of information you encounter when skimming the internet or watching the news. Take time to learn what’s real and what’s fake, so you won’t get duped.
Who should read Weaponized Lies?
- Any consumer of news media
- Media studies and journalism students
- Conspiracy theory aficionados
Successful Aging
What's Successful Aging about?
Successful Aging (2020) turns the idea that old age is a time of inevitable decline and discomfort on its head. Daniel J. Levitin gives us insight into the neuroscience of aging and, along the way, a bunch of tips about how we can not only cope with aging, but actually appreciate it as a unique life phase.
Who should read Successful Aging?
- Anyone who plans on aging
- Friends, partners, and family of an aging loved one
- Neuroscience buffs
A Field Guide to Lies
What's A Field Guide to Lies about?
A Field Guide to Lies is a thought-provoking book that explores the many ways in which we are misled by numbers and data. Levitin provides practical tips and tools for critical thinking, helping readers navigate the sea of misinformation in our modern world. Whether it's in the news, politics, or everyday life, this book will empower you to spot lies and make more informed decisions. It's a must-read for anyone who wants to sharpen their analytical skills.
Who should read A Field Guide to Lies?
- Individuals who want to become more media literate and better at evaluating information
- Students or educators interested in critical thinking and information literacy
- Professionals who deal with data and statistics in their work