Although the first edition of this book was written in 1974, it is still considered as an ideal presentation of the “modern approach” to mind mapping.

Use Both Sides of Your Brain: New Mind-Mapping Techniques uses the latest research on the workings of the human brain, Buzan provides step-by-step exercises for discovering the powers of the right side of the brain and learning to use the left side more effectively.

The book follows a logical sequence – from explaining how the brain works and how it should be used, through lessons on speed reading and mind mapping, and finishing off with a section on study techniques. The book is full of illustrations and graphs and it is very easy to read.

By increasing our understanding of how the mind works, the author shows us how to use our brains to the best advantage and improve our study productivity and our memory.

The book is written in an easy to follow format with inspirational stories and simple no-nonsense advice and ideas for improving ones thinking. A great many people swear by the ideas here and credit the book for helping them realize how to think.

Useful Links

Mind Mapping‏‎ – how mind maps work