Moonwalking with Einstein

This book has nothing to do with Einstein and if you're looking to improve your memory this book is probably not for you. Right in the beginning Foer tells the reader, “This book is about the year I spent trying to train my memory, and also trying to understand it- its inner workings, its natural deficiencies, its hidden potential.” Foer starts this journey with an average memory and his goal, to compete at the US World Memory Championships the next year.
The book does give a brief culture history on the memory. Also, tricks mentalist use to commit list, desks of playing cards, and poetry to memory. Foer learns to apply these techniques. He meets famous memory celebrities like “Rain Man” inspiration Kim Peek, and some less famous people who can't remember the previous day.
But somewhat through the book it was a bit of information overload. While interesting, the author gets lost and within chapters, dumps all the researching memory literature and history in big chunks to show how he overcame challenges. It becomes overwhelming and even boring at times. Still an entertaining and intriguing read with useful tips.