Embracing the Wide Sky: A tour across the horizons of the mind

Reputedly in possession of the most remarkable mind on the planet , author Tammet is a real-life Rain Man and in this fascinating volume shares the techniques intrinsic to his memory, learning and imagination. A book about achieving potential, Tammet is a rare intellect and he continues to dazzle both the boffins and the rest of us. - Weekend Gold Coast Bulletin

A fascinating insight into how the human brain works, written by the most remarkable mind on the planet... Clear and entertaining explanations of how we think, remember and learn are followed by practical examples that we can apply in the real world... A very interesting and informative read. **** - MX - Syd, Melb, Bris

In his second book he takes readers on a fascinating and wide-ranging tour of our mind's capabilities, looking at the scientific studies and how his own remarkable abilities work. He even includes handy tips so the rest of us can improve our brains. In a word: Mind-expanding. - Herald-Sun

succeeds in moulding a mass of technical detail about the brain to meet the understanding of the average reader - THE WEEK

The book is full of information such as this, packed with his [Tammet s] clear summaries of fascinating experiments. - Sunday Telegraph

"the most remarkable mind on the planet". - WISH magazine

'...displays warmth and compassion towards those people who are either endeavouring to expand their intellectual potential. - The Age

'Tammet puts his exceptional abilities to work in his book Embracing the Wide Sky... Tammet's lucid writing makes his book both informative and entertaining. - Courier Mail