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A Thousand Brains by Jeff Hawkins
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Binding: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN: 9781541675797
Reader’s Age: Adults 18+ (Teens 15+ with Strong Interest in Science Also Enjoy It)
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Author: Jeff Hawkins
Release Date: October 25, 2022
Genre: Science & Technology
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A Thousand Brains by Jeff Hawkins – A New Theory of Intelligence (Paperback Edition)
About the Book
A Thousand Brains introduces a bold new theory of how the brain creates intelligence, built on decades of neuroscience research. It is a book for anyone curious about how thinking, memory, and perception actually happen inside our heads.
About the Author
Jeff Hawkins is a neuroscientist and inventor, best known for founding Palm Computing and later Numenta, a research company focused on brain theory. He also wrote the widely praised book On Intelligence, and his work is respected across both the tech and science communities.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is perfect for readers who love popular science, are curious about how the brain works, or want to understand where artificial intelligence is headed. It also suits students, engineers, and anyone who enjoyed books like Sapiens or Thinking, Fast and Slow.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is A Thousand Brains hard to understand for beginners?
No. Jeff Hawkins writes in a clear, conversational style, so even readers with no science background can follow the ideas about the brain and intelligence.
What is the Thousand Brains Theory about?
It explains how the neocortex uses many small, map-like models working together to create perception, thought, and a sense of self, instead of relying on one central model.
Is this book good for someone interested in AI?
Yes. A Thousand Brains connects brain science with artificial intelligence, making it a great pick for readers who want to understand where future AI development is headed.
| Weight | 250 g |
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| Dimensions | 13.84 × 2.41 × 20.96 cm |
Readers will come away understanding the Thousand Brains Theory of Intelligence, a framework built on the idea that the neocortex uses repeating map-like structures to model the world. Jeff Hawkins explains how this theory answers old questions about consciousness, self-awareness, and creativity. The book also looks ahead at what this means for building smarter, safer machines. It is written in plain language, so even readers new to neuroscience can follow along easily.
