Joshua Foer is an American author and journalist best known for his book "Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything," published in 2011. The book chronicles his journey into the world of competitive memory sports and explores the science of memory, cognitive enhancement, and the techniques used by memory champions. Foer discusses how memory techniques have been used throughout history and shares insights into the importance of memory in human experience.
In addition to his work as an author, Foer is a co-founder of the website Atlas Obscura, which is an online resource for exploring unique and unusual places around the world. He has also written for various publications, including The New York Times, The Atlantic, and National Geographic.
Foer has given talks and presentations on memory and related topics, contributing to ongoing discussions about how we understand and utilize memory in the modern world.
In 'Moonwalking with Einstein', Foer draws on research, the cultural history of memory and...