Tony Buzan is the inventor of Mind Maps. He is an author, speaker and creativity consultant to organizations world-wide, including EDS. In the introduction, Buzan states the five main purposes of the book:

	To introduce a new concept in the development of thought - Radiant Thinking
	To introduce a tool that allows you to use Radiant Thinking in all aspects of life - Mind Maps
	To demonstrate that you can control the nature and development of your thinking processes
	To provide practical experience of Radiant Thinking
	To give a sense of excitement and discovery as you explore this new universe

In this book, Buzan easily accomplishes those purposes. Long before you finish this book, you will be an expert mind mapper – and you will know what great value that is.