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Mentioned in 9 episodes

Proust and the Squid

Book • 2007

In *Proust and the Squid*, Maryanne Wolf delves into the fascinating history of reading, from early writing systems to the neural pathways involved in reading.

The book highlights how reading transforms our brains and culture, and explores challenges such as dyslexia.

Wolf also discusses the implications of digital communication on reading habits.

Mentioned by

David Robertson

Mentioned in 9 episodes

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

as a great book on the intellectual advantages of reading challenging material.

Ep. 359: Should We Fear Cognitive Debt?

Recommended by

Cal Newport

for its insights on the neuroscience of reading and the impact of different mediums on reading.

Ep. 238: The Joys of the Reading Life

Mentioned by

Daniel Barcay

as exploring how reading, writing, and thinking affect brain development.

Rethinking School in the Age of AI

Mentioned by

David Robertson

when discussing reading difficulties and unique neural pathways.

David Robertson on Conducting, Pierre Boulez, and Musical Interpretation

Mentioned by

David Sparks

as one of Marianne Wolf's books, discussing the science of reading.

196: Focus & The Reading Life, with Maryanne Wolf

Mentioned by

Srini Rao

in the context of reading on screens versus physical books.

Ep. 121: Is Writing Everyday Overrated? (with Srini Rao)

Mentioned by David Peña-Guzmán, discussing the neuroscience of reading and the distinction between slow and fast reading.

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

, referring to Marianne Wolfe as an expert on reading.

The Deep Life Blueprint: Cal Newport on Escaping Status Games & Finding True Fulfillment

Mentioned by

David Sparks

as a book he has previously enjoyed.

194: I'd Like to Take a Mulligan

Mentioned by

Thatcher Wine

as a book discussing how the invention of the printed book rewired our brains.

131. Knowledge, Books, and Curation with Thatcher Wine

Mentioned by

David Sparks

, referring to Marianne Wolf's work on the effect of reading on the human brain.

15: Blending Analogue and Digital Writing Systems, with David Sparks

Mentioned by Melissa as an excellent book.

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