The playful brain : the surprising science of how puzzles improve your mind
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Author
Restak, Richard, 1942-
Contributors
Kim, Scott
Published
New York : Riverhead Books, 2010.
Format
Book
ISBN
9781594487774, 1594487774
Physical Desc
294 pages : ill. ; 24 cm.
Status
On Shelf
Central Library - Adult Nonfiction - Upper Level - Nonfiction
612.82 RESTAK
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LC Subjects
Cognitive neuroscience.
Thought and thinking -- Problems, exercises, etc.

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Published
New York : Riverhead Books, 2010.
Language
English
ISBN
9781594487774, 1594487774

Notes

Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. 287-288) and index.
Description
A leading neuroscientist and a noted puzzle designer team up to reveal how solving puzzles improves one's brain function, giving readers the chance to work puzzles while learning how to boost their brain.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Restak, R., & Kim, S. (2010). The playful brain: the surprising science of how puzzles improve your mind . Riverhead Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Restak, Richard, 1942- and Scott Kim. 2010. The Playful Brain: The Surprising Science of How Puzzles Improve Your Mind. Riverhead Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Restak, Richard, 1942- and Scott Kim. The Playful Brain: The Surprising Science of How Puzzles Improve Your Mind Riverhead Books, 2010.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Restak, Richard, and Scott Kim. The Playful Brain: The Surprising Science of How Puzzles Improve Your Mind Riverhead Books, 2010.

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