The Attention Revolution: Unlocking the Power of the Focused Mind Book Summary

This book is for individuals seeking to improve their focus, mental clarity, and overall well-being through meditation. It is suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators interested in learning a structured approach to attentional training. It is also relevant to those with attention deficits or hyperactivity disorders, as well as anyone looking to enhance their cognitive abilities and emotional balance.

B. Alan Wallace holds a Ph.D. in comparative religion from Stanford University. He is a meditation practitioner and teacher, having practiced under the Dalai Lama. Wallace studied philosophy of science and quantum physics at Amherst College. He founded the Santa Barbara Institute for Consciousness Studies.

The book draws upon centuries of practical wisdom from contemplative traditions, particularly the Buddhist tradition of shamatha. It addresses the challenges of chronic distractibility in modern life, offering a method for training attention that has been marginalized in both modern science and many contemplative traditions.