Mastermind

How to Think Like Sherlock Holmes

(Author) Maria Konnikova
Format: Paperback
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No fictional character is more renowned for his extraordinary powers of mind than Sherlock Holmes. But what exactly is it that sets him apart as a detective of the highest order, and can we harness his genius? In Mastermind, psychologist Maria Konnikova shows us how we can all channel Holmes's famous powers of deduction, observation, memory and imagination. Drawing on the latest research in neuroscience and psychology, Konnikova unpacks the mental strategies that can help sharpen our perceptions, improve our logic and enhance our creative powers. Mastermind is a remarkable and entertaining guide to upgrading the mind.

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Publisher:
Canongate Books
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
273
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780857867278
Publish year:
2014
Publish date:
Jan. 1, 2014

Maria Konnikova

Maria Konnikova is a Russian-American author, journalist, and psychologist known for her bestselling book "The Confidence Game" which explores the psychology of deception. Her writing style is engaging and informative, making complex psychological concepts accessible to a wide audience. Konnikova's work sheds light on the intricacies of human behavior and decision-making.

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