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Discover a revolutionary exploration of the human mind and Western culture with The Master and His Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World by Iain McGilchrist. This groundbreaking work bridges neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and cultural history to explore how the two hemispheres of the brain shape not only individual perception but the very course of civilization. McGilchrist, a renowned psychiatrist and scholar, argues that the left and right hemispheres have fundamentally different ways of engaging with the world—and that modern society’s over-reliance on the analytical, detail-focused left brain has come at the cost of the holistic, contextual insights of the right. The result is a compelling narrative that challenges assumptions about consciousness, creativity, and the intellectual trajectory of the Western world. This premium leather-bound edition is exquisitely crafted for collectors, thinkers, and lifelong learners who value deep insight in a beautifully presented format. A must-read for those interested in the intersection of mind, culture, and meaning, The Master and His Emissary continues to influence disciplines from neuroscience to philosophy and education.
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