The Burden of Extraordinary Memory

This chapter explores the concept of memory through the story 'Funes the Memorious' by Borges, illustrating how incredible memory can be more of a curse than a blessing. It also delves into real-life cases, like that of Solomon Cheryshevsky, whose remarkable memory abilities shed light on the complexities and implications of having highly superior autobiographical memory (H-SAM). The discussion intertwines fictional narratives with scientific insights, emphasizing the importance of remembering and forgetting in human cognition.