Consciousness Lost and Found

The phenomenon of `consciousness'' is intrinsically related to one''s awareness of one''s self of time and of the physical world. What then can be learned about consciousness from people who have suffered brain damage such as amnesia which affects their awareness? This is the question explored by Lawrence Weiskrantz a distinguished neuropsychologist who has worked with such patients over 30 years. Written in an engaging and accessible style Consciousness Lost and Found provides a unique perspective on one of the most challenging issues in science today.