Official OnlineBookClub.org review of “Mindsponge Theory”
Emmanuel Onwuanaku
Online Book Club
June 8, 2023
Mindsponge Theory by Quan-Hoang Vuong is a fantastic piece that delves into the logistics of how we think. The book teaches us how to view our minds in relation to the world surrounding us and our own bodies. It analyzes this topic from different angles and levels, including physiological and ecological, as the author dives into this theory of “mindsponge”. The author also talks about his experiences as a Ph.D. holder and scientist, as well as his beliefs concerning the natural and social sciences.
Illustration. Screenshot of Onwuanaku’s book review on OnlineBookClub.org [1]
This was a wildly fascinating read. I liked the fun approach Vuong took to learning, and his experiences added a human element. The storytelling also made for great immersion as he talked about his theories and findings while providing ample evidence scientifically supporting them. He drew from fields like neuroscience and biology in order to enable an understanding of how our minds process the constant information that they receive from day to day.
I loved how the book leads us to explore our own conclusions and answers to how our minds process information rather than just providing a one-size-fits-all explanation.
I came in mostly expecting a scientific read, but this book is also philosophical in a lot of ways, informing and guiding the development of new approaches to cognitive growth.
All that being said, I have to give this book 5 out of 5 stars, as the book did what it set out to accomplish, which was to expand our scope of thinking. The editing was also flawless, as I didn’t discover any errors or typos. It was a great book, and I really can’t think of any criticisms to make or anything I disliked about it. I believe it is recommendable for a casual and informative read, but it can also work for a professional looking for a deeper scientific understanding of the topic and concepts being discussed.
References
[1] Onwuanaku E. (2023). Review of Mindsponge Theory. https://forums.onlinebookclub.org/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=322550
[2] Vuong QH. (2023). Mindsponge Theory. De Gruyter. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C3WHZ2B3