This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.

1. 1. Jak Otworzyłem Mózg. Lekcje życia Od Neurochirurga

   Lekcje życia Od Neurochirurga

   

   In this captivating exploration of the human brain, a seasoned neurosurgeon shares his profound insights and experiences from the operating room, blending medical expertise with personal anecdotes. The narrative delves into the complexities of the brain, unraveling its mysteries while offering practical advice on how to harness its potential for a more fulfilling life. Through a series of compelling stories, the author illustrates the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of understanding our own minds, encouraging readers to embrace the lessons learned from both triumphs and challenges.

2. 2. Life On A Knife’s Edge

   A Brain Surgeon’s Reflections on Life, Loss and Survival

   

   This compelling memoir delves into the life of a renowned neurosurgeon who navigates the delicate balance between life and death in the operating room. Through a series of gripping narratives, the author shares personal and professional experiences that highlight the emotional and ethical challenges faced in the high-stakes world of brain surgery. The book offers a profound reflection on the fragility of human life, the resilience of the human spirit, and the profound impact of medical science on both patients and practitioners alike.

   Purchase from Bookshop.org

3. 3. This Is Why You Dream

   

   An accessible tour of the neuroscience of dreaming that explains what the sleeping brain is doing and why it matters for memory, emotion, creativity, and mental health. Drawing on clinical cases and research, it breaks down the roles of REM and non-REM sleep, why dreams can be vivid or nightmarish, and how phenomena like lucid dreaming and threat rehearsal arise. It also offers practical guidance to improve sleep quality, recall and interpret dreams more wisely, and harness them for problem-solving, resilience, and psychological well-being.

   Purchase from Bookshop.org

4. 4. Neurofitness

   

   A practical guide that translates neuroscience into everyday strategies for strengthening and optimizing the brain, explaining neuroplasticity and how lifestyle factors—exercise, sleep, nutrition, stress management, social connection and deliberate mental training—shape cognition, mood and resilience; it offers science-based routines, simple daily habits and cognitive drills, dispels common myths, and emphasizes actionable, sustainable changes to boost focus, memory, creativity and long-term brain health.

   Purchase from Bookshop.org