Patient H.M. by Luke Dittrich
A Story of Memory, Madness, and Family Secrets
The book delves into the life of Henry Molaison, known as Patient H.M., whose severe epilepsy led to a groundbreaking but tragic experimental brain surgery that left him unable to form new memories. It explores the ethical and scientific implications of the procedure, shedding light on the history of neuroscience and the personal stories intertwined with it, including the author's own familial connection to the surgeon who performed the operation. Through meticulous research and personal narrative, the book examines the complex interplay between scientific ambition and human cost.
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- 2016
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- PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award (2011-2023) (PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award)