Jennifer Ouellette is the author of three previous books. She writes the popular science and culture blog Cocktail Party Physics for Scientific American. She lives in Los Angeles, California.
Praise for Me, Myself, and Why
“Ouellette is a smart, well-studied, and personable companion. . .
. There are a number of approaches to defining a person, and this
task has engaged philosophers, theologians, scientists, and pretty
much everyone who has ever lived, at least since mirrors were
invented. Ouellette looks at all of the methods listed above, and
more, in trying to figure out who she is and what tools are at hand
for figuring out who anyone is.”
—The Wall Street Journal
“In Me, Myself, and Why Ouellette offers curiosity-inspiring
glimpses into science , coupled with an obvious love for the
material and a healthy dose of humor. . . . The combination of
historical anecdote and current research is impressive.”
—The New York Times Book Review
“Ouellette explores the concept of identity through scientific,
medical, and psychological testing on her journey of
self-discovery. She is an expert at communicating tough scientific
concepts to broad audiences, and here she uses personal narrative
to appeal to her readers as she skillfully recounts her
experiences.”
—Psychology Today
“Very entertaining . . . It is hard to imagine a more delightful
guide to the science of self than Jennifer Ouellette.”
—Jim Holt, Prospect
“Tackling ‘the science of self’ could easily get tedious or even a
little boring, but in the capable hands of Jennifer Ouellette, it’s
nothing but fun. . . . Her ability to make rather advanced
theories interesting and relatable makes this a must read for those
who have a passion for science but would rather be reading Joan
Didion.”
—Bust
“An engrossing and often amusing tour of elite labs and edgy
research.”
—Nature
“Who are we? Who am I? Those are the questions Ouellette tackles in
this elegant and very personal inquiry into identity and the
science of the self. . . . An entertaining, insightful, and
thoughtful reflection on our assumptions about ourselves and the
mystery that is at the heart of the human story.”
—Booklist (starred review)
“Solid science well infused with readable history, pop culture and
personal stories. . . . Ouellette’s personal anecdotes reveal a
writer with keen intelligence, curiosity, a spirit of adventure and
a sense of humor.”
—Kirkus Reviews
“A clear, direct tour of the biology of the self . . . from an
author with a flair for making complex subjects simple.”
—Publishers Weekly
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