Memory Marathon
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Memory Marathon
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Author : Jochen Volz
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2013-10-17
Memory Marathon written by Jochen Volz and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10-17 with categories.
In 2012, the Serpentine Gallery staged the Memory Marathon, the seventh Serpentine Marathon. The event explored memory, archaeological excavation and historical recordings through interactions between artistic practice and scientific inquiry. Among the more than 60 participants were vocalist Michael Stipe; filmmakers Amos Gitai and David Lynch; historians Jay Winter and Donald Sassoon, who explored the theme of "War Memory"; neuroscientist Israel Rosenfield with writer John Hull, robotics expert Luc Steels and mnemonist Ed Cooke; artists Olivier Castel and Ed Atkins; and scent expert Sissel Tolaas. Other contributors include astronomer Dimitar Sasselov; writers John Berger and Douglas Coupland; poet John Giorno; cultural historian Marina Warner; author and technologist China Miéville; artists Gilbert & George; architects Jacques Herzog, Pierre de Meuron and Fumihiko Maki; and composer Gavin Bryars with poet and painter Etel Adnan.
Memory Mastery Unlock Your Brain S Hidden Superpowers
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Author : Gaurav Garg
language : en
Publisher: Gaurav Garg
Release Date : 2024-08-05
Memory Mastery Unlock Your Brain S Hidden Superpowers written by Gaurav Garg and has been published by Gaurav Garg this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-08-05 with Self-Help categories.
Ah, memory! That fickle friend we all rely on, yet so often betrays us at the most inopportune moments. Have you ever found yourself desperately trying to remember the name of that person waving enthusiastically at you from across the street? Or perhaps you've experienced the unique panic of forgetting why you entered a room, standing there like a confused time traveler, wondering what parallel universe you've stumbled into? If you've nodded along to either of these scenarios (or both – no judgment here), then congratulations! You're officially human. And more importantly, you're in the right place. "The palest ink is better than the best memory." - Chinese Proverb Now, I know what you're thinking. "If the palest ink is better than the best memory, why am I reading a book about improving my memory instead of just writing everything down?" Excellent question, hypothetical reader! And to that, I say: Why settle for pale ink when you can have a technicolor memory? This book isn't just about remembering where you left your keys or recalling the capital of Burkina Faso (it's Ouagadougou, by the way – good luck remembering that one!). It's about unlocking the incredible potential of your mind. It's about turning your brain from a leaky bucket into a steel trap, capable of capturing and retaining information with the precision of a supercomputer and the creativity of an artist. Throughout these pages, we'll embark on a journey that's part science, part art, and maybe a little bit magic. We'll explore techniques that have been used by memory champions, secret agents (okay, I made that part up), and everyday people like you and me to dramatically improve their recall abilities. You'll learn how to: Transform your home into a memory palace (no construction permits required) Use the power of association to remember names, faces, and random facts Turn boring numbers into exciting stories (yes, really!) And much, much more... But here's the real kicker – this isn't just about party tricks or acing your next pub quiz (although those are delightful side effects). The techniques you'll learn in this book have the power to transform your life. Imagine the confidence you'll feel walking into a room full of people, knowing you can remember everyone's name. Think about how much more efficiently you could work if you could recall important information at the drop of a hat. Envision the doors that could open when you're able to learn new skills faster and retain information longer. So, buckle up, dear reader. We're about to embark on a mind-bending journey that will challenge you, amuse you, and ultimately transform the way you think and remember. By the time you finish this book, you'll have the tools to turn your mind into a finely tuned memory machine. And who knows? Maybe one day, you'll be the one writing a book about memory techniques. Just remember to thank me in the acknowledgments. (That is, if you can remember my name by then!) Ready to begin? Let's dive in and start unlocking the incredible potential of your mind!
The Last Marathon
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Author : Ron Buerkle
language : en
Publisher: Page Publishing Inc
Release Date : 2018-04-20
The Last Marathon written by Ron Buerkle and has been published by Page Publishing Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-04-20 with Health & Fitness categories.
The Last Marathon is the author's experience of his descent into memory loss and his triumphs during his courageous battle back. His story highlights his positive attitude and his "can do" approach to overcoming obstacles he faced not only throughout his life but during his battle with Alzheimer's. The book chronicles Alzheimer's as Ron's final challenge, which he visualizes as the ultimate race-his last marathon. Even though he understands he will lose the war, he continues to win many battles. This humorous, uplifting, and inspirational story encompasses the many successes as well as embraces the dark side of his race against this disease. The author's incentive for writing the book is to encourage, support, and educate others and their families during their own race to the finish line. The Last Marathon includes the training techniques and lifestyle changes Ron applies to his daily routine. He and his doctors feel strongly these strategies are what have contributed to the disease's slow progression and Ron's continued high functioning despite his having virtually no memory.
Memory
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Author : Bennett L. Schwartz
language : en
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Release Date : 2013-07-02
Memory written by Bennett L. Schwartz and has been published by SAGE Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-07-02 with Psychology categories.
The science and practice of memory come to life with Bennett Schwartz' Memory, Second Edition. Integrated coverage of cognitive psychology and neuroscience throughout the text connect theory and research to the areas in the brain where memory processes occur, while unique applications of memory concepts to such areas as education, investigations, and courtrooms engage students in an exploration of how memory works in everyday life. Four themes create a framework for the text: the active nature of learning and remembering; memory's status as a biological process; the multiple components of memory systems; and how memory principles can improve our individual ability to learn and remember. Substantive changes in each chapter and 156 new references bring this new edition completely up to date and offer students an array of high-interest examples for augmenting their own memory abilities and appreciation of memory science.
Memories Of A Marathon Man
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Author : Jim Manford
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2016-01-27
Memories Of A Marathon Man written by Jim Manford and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-01-27 with Sports & Recreation categories.
At 65 and with 150 marathons already completed, most people would be ready to put their feet up and relax. Jim Manford set off instead to run another 50 marathons within the next 2 years to achieve his twin targets of running 200 marathons in 20 different countries. This is the story of how he reached these targets.
Critical Memory Studies
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Author : Brett Ashley Kaplan
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2023-04-06
Critical Memory Studies written by Brett Ashley Kaplan and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-04-06 with Literary Criticism categories.
Bringing together a diverse array of new and established scholars and creative writers in the rapidly expanding field of memory studies, this collection creatively delves into the multiple aspects of this wide-ranging field. Contributors explore race-ing memory; environmental studies and memory; digital memory; monuments, memorials, and museums; and memory and trauma. Organised around 7 sections, this book examines memory in a global context, from Kashmir and Chile to the US and UK. Featuring contributions on topics such as the Black Lives Matter movement; the AIDS crisis; and memory and the anthropocene, this book traces and consolidates the field while analysing and charting some of the most current and cutting-edge work, as well as new directions that could be taken.
The Idea Of Marathon
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Author : Sonya Nevin
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2022-02-10
The Idea Of Marathon written by Sonya Nevin and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-02-10 with History categories.
The Battle of Marathon changed the course of history in ancient Greece. To many, the impossible seemed to have been achieved - the mighty Persian Empire halted in its advance. What happened that day, why was the battle fought, and how did people make sense of it? This bold new history of the battle examines how the conflict unfolded and the ideas attached to it in antiquity and beyond. Many thought the battle offered lessons in how people should behave, with heroism to be emulated and faults to be avoided. While the battle itself was fought in one day, the battle for the idea of Marathon has lasted ever since. After immersing you in the battle, this work will help you to explore how the ancient Athenians used the battle in their relations between themselves and others, and how the battle continued to be used to express ideas about gods, empire, and morality in the age of Alexander and his successors, at Rome and in Greece under the Roman Empire, and in the ages after antiquity, even in our own era, in which Marathon plays a remarkable role in sport, film, and children's literature with each retelling a re-imagining of the battle and its meaning. A clash of weapons, gods, and principles, this is Marathon as you've never seen it before!
Historical Memory In Greece 1821 1930
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Author : Christina Koulouri
language : en
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Release Date : 2022-08-19
Historical Memory In Greece 1821 1930 written by Christina Koulouri and has been published by Taylor & Francis this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-08-19 with History categories.
This book presents a social and cultural history of collective memory in modern Greece during the first century of state independence, contributing to the debate over the relationship between memory and identity. It discusses how modern Greek society commemorated its distant and recent pasts, both real and imagined, namely antiquity, Byzantium, the Greek Revolution and the Asia Minor Catastrophe; how cultural memory was shaped by the various war experiences (victory, defeat, mass death and mourning, refugeedom); and how memory politics became arenas of social and political strife. Historical painting, monuments, historical pageantry, tableaux vivants, national anniversaries, performances of ancient drama and revivals of ancient games are analyzed as instances where the past was visualized, represented, performed and "consumed". An explosion in public history has taken place over the last decades around the world, with a veritable flood of commemorations, anniversaries and "memory wars". As more and more social groups claim the "right to remember", public discourse and polemics have arisen at the same time that traumatic memory has become a field of international academic research. In the arena of public history, historical memory is being constructed through the sentimental, irrational reception of mythological narratives told through images.
The Boston Marathon
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Author : Tom Derderian; Bill Rodgers
language : en
Publisher: Triumph Books
Release Date : 2014-04-01
The Boston Marathon written by Tom Derderian; Bill Rodgers and has been published by Triumph Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-04-01 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Offering an inside look at the most famous marathon in the world, this exploration traces the Boston Marathon's 26.2-mile route from the starting line on narrow Main Street in Hopkinton to the Boylston Street finish line in downtown Boston, bringing to life the history, personalities, pivotal moments, and individual character of each city the race traverses. The Boston Marathon includes well-researched briefs on topics including Metcalf's Mill at Ashland, the unmarked starting point of the first race in 1897, the infamous 1967 battle over Kathrine Switzer's attempt to compete five years before women were allowed, and other vital race-day elements. The book also includes a tribute to the victims of the tragic 2013 bombing near the finish line. This is a supremely entertaining glimpse at the history of the greatest running event in the world—from wacky entrants to hard-fisted managers, tortured disappointments, and glorious triumph.
Ultimate Memory Magic
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Author : Jim Karol
language : en
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
Release Date : 2019-09-24
Ultimate Memory Magic written by Jim Karol and has been published by Macmillan + ORM this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-09-24 with Self-Help categories.
Improve your memory, sharpen your mind, and change your life—at any age! As we age, our memories become unreliable; we misplace things and forget details. In Ultimate Memory Magic, memory expert Jim Karol shows that these side effects of aging are not inevitable. His memory-boosting system, called “Cogmental Intelligence,” goes beyond preserving mental acuity and actually enhances memory and mental function through lifestyle changes and mental exercises. Concentration, alertness, and focus can all be strengthened—by anyone, at any age. Karol’s cutting-edge program will show readers how to: - Sharpen their thinking and regain their mental edge - Live healthier, mentally and physically - Clear away negativity and stress - Become more creative and innovative A former steel worker who suffered from ill health, Karol used this method to transform his own life. Now he is physically healthy and renowned for his unparalleled memory. His incredible feats of memory and mentalism have been featured on The Tonight Show, The Ellen Show, Today, and more. Karol has used his Cogmental Intelligence method with clients from professional athletes to business leaders and speaks at venues around the world, from MIT to the Pentagon. With a foreword from bestselling author and physician Daniel G. Amen, Ultimate Memory Magic will allow readers of any age to hone their minds, strengthen their memories, and transform their lives.