The Master and His Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World

Explore the profound differences between the brain's left and right hemispheres and their impact on Western society, history, and culture in this expanded edition of Iain McGilchrist's seminal work.

Key Features & Benefits:

• A pioneering exploration of hemispheric differences and their societal effects.
• Argues that an over-dominant left hemisphere is leading to negative consequences in the modern world.
• Draws upon extensive brain research and historical analysis.
• Journey through Western thought and art, from ancient thinkers to modern artists.
• New Expanded Edition includes updated insights and research.

Specifications:

• Author: Iain McGilchrist
• Publisher: Yale University Press
• Release Date: February 1, 2019
• Edition: 2, New Expanded
• Format: Illustrated Paperback
• Language: English
• Page Count: 616 pages
• Dimensions: 21.59 x 14.22 x 4.06 cm
• Weight: 816 g
• ISBN-10: 0300245920
• ISBN-13: 978-0300245929

This comprehensive study delves into the centuries-old puzzle of brain division, revealing two distinct yet incompatible ways of experiencing reality. McGilchrist posits that the detail-focused, self-interested left hemisphere is increasingly dominating, while the more flexible and generous right hemisphere is neglected, with potentially disastrous outcomes for our understanding of the world.

Discover how these hemispheric differences have shaped Western thought, belief, and artistic expression across history. This edition offers an updated and expanded perspective on McGilchrist's groundbreaking theories.