Important to note that I am a lay-reader...I'm not a scientist. I have no background in any of the fields represented in this book. I am a parent of a child with dyslexia and I also have an interest in learning about the brain and linguistics. I loved this. I really enjoyed learning about how humans invented reading/writing around the world and how that has shaped the brain. Unfortunately, Part III, about dyslexia, was too technical for me. I found it helpful, but not as much as I'd hoped. This book is great for any parent, adults with dyslexia, and especially teachers.

I alternated eye-reading and ear-reading this one. I loved the audiobook reader's voice (Kirsten Potter). Highly recommend the audio version.