Review: The Analysis of Functional Brain Images using Statistical Parametric Mapping (SPM) is a highly technical book that provides an in-depth analysis of functional brain images. This book is aimed at researchers who are interested in understanding the neural mechanisms underlying various cognitive and behavioral processes. The author, Dr. Richard J. Davidson, is a renowned neuroscientist who has made significant contributions to the field of brain imaging. In this book, he provides an overview of SPM, which is a widely used technique for analyzing functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) data. The author explains how SPM works and how it can be used to identify regions of activation in the brain that are associated with specific cognitive or behavioral processes. One of the strengths of this book is its accessibility. Although it is a highly technical text, Dr. Davidson provides clear explanations of complex concepts and includes numerous examples to illustrate his points. This makes the book suitable for readers who have little prior knowledge of brain imaging or SPM. Another strength of this book is its practicality. The author provides detailed instructions on how to use SPM, including step-by-step guides and sample data sets. This allows readers to apply what they have learned in the lab and gain hands-on experience with SPM. However, one potential weakness of this book is its focus on technical details. While it is important for researchers to understand the underlying mechanisms of brain imaging techniques like SPM, some readers may find the book too dense and difficult to read. Additionally, the author does not provide much discussion of the limitations or potential biases in SPM, which could be a useful addition to the text. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for researchers who are interested in using SPM to analyze functional brain images.