Musicophilia -

: The anecdotes are often weird, beautiful, and deeply moving. Cons :

: Chapters explore synesthesia (seeing colors with music), Williams syndrome (a condition involving high musicality despite low IQ), and absolute pitch. Summary of Critical Reviews Musicophilia

: Notable stories include Tony Cicoria, who developed a sudden, obsessive passion for Chopin after being struck by lightning, and Clive Wearing, an amnesiac who "awakens" only when playing or conducting music. : The anecdotes are often weird, beautiful, and

: Can be slow-paced and heavy on neuroanatomy terms. : The anecdotes are often weird

: Some feel the book is overly focused on classical music and lacks a broader cultural context. Book Review Of 'Musicophilia' By Oliver Sacks - The Gazelle

: Some readers have criticized his use of dated clinical terms (e.g., "retarded") as derogatory.