The Kona Stories nonfiction group will discuss “The Tale of the Dueling Neurosurgeons” by Sam Kean at 6 p.m. Tuesday in Keauhou.
The Kona Stories nonfiction group will discuss “The Tale of the Dueling Neurosurgeons” by Sam Kean at 6 p.m. Tuesday in Keauhou.
Kean is the author of the bestsellers “The Disappearing Spoon” and “The Violinist’s Thumb,” tales of the brain and the history of neuroscience.
Early studies of the functions of the human brain used a simple method: wait for misfortune to strike — strokes, seizures, infectious diseases, lobotomies, accidents — and see how the victim copes. In many cases, survival was miraculous, and observers could only marvel at the transformations. But a few scientists realized that these injuries were an opportunity for studying brain function at its extremes. With lucid explanations and incisive wit, Kean explains the brain’s secret passageways while recounting forgotten stories of common people whose struggles, resiliency, and humanity made modern neuroscience possible.
Kona Stories community bookstore offers many choices of book clubs. Groups meet monthly to discuss books of fiction, travel and nonfiction. The fiction group meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month; the travel group meets at 6:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month; and the nonfiction group meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m.
Book groups are free if books are purchased from Kona Stories, or a $5 donation is appreciated. Bring a pupu or beverage to share and come prepared to discuss books. Kona Stories is located in Keauhou Shopping Center.
Info: Brenda or Joy at 324-0350 or visit www.konastories.com.