Beginners - The Joy and Transformative Power of Lifelong Learning (Paperback, Main)

'Beginners belongs on the list of books that have changed the way I understand my own limitations.' Malcolm Gladwell For many of us, the last time we learned a new skill was during childhood. We live in an age which reveres expertise but looks down on the beginner. Upon entering adulthood and middle age, we begin to shy away from trying new things, instead preferring to stay nestled firmly in our comfort zones. Beginners asks the question: why are children the only ones allowed to experience the inherent fun of facing daily challenges? And could we benefit from embracing new skills, even if we're initially hopeless? Bestselling author Tom Vanderbilt sets out to find the answer, tasking himself with acquiring several new skills under the tutelage of professionals, including drawing, juggling, surfing and much more. Witty and often surprisingly profound, Beginners is an uplifting exploration of the science of brain plasticity and how we can learn how to learn anew.

General

Imprint:	Atlantic Books
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	August 2021
Authors:	Tom Vanderbilt
Dimensions:	199 x 130 x 29mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	320
Edition:	Main
ISBN-13:	978-1-78649-311-8
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Education > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Science: general issues > Popular science Books > Health, Home & Family > Self-help & practical interests > Popular psychology > General Promotions
LSN:	1-78649-311-X
Barcode:	9781786493118

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