If I do not remember you, it is because I read

(written by Lawrence Krubner, however indented passages are often quotes)

I’ve heard of those members of ancient tribes who would commit to memory the entire genealogical history of the tribe, and I’ve always had trouble understanding how that was done. I often go to parties and have trouble remembering even one new name. Apparently this is because I read. New research suggests that our ability to read has stolen territory away from areas of the brain that used to be used for facial recognition.

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