"Memories of my life" is a fascinating autobiographical book of the first volume in two volumes by the famous Spanish neurobiologist Santiago Ramon y Cajal. In this book, the author recalls his childhood, education, work and scientific discoveries. The first part of the book tells about the formation of the personality of the scientist, his research in the field of neurobiology and the huge influence on the development of modern science. Ramon y Cajal shares his experiences, unique observations and philosophical reflections, making this book not only a scholarly essay, but also an important document for understanding the nature of the human mind. "Memories of my life" is not only a book for scientists and students, but also for everyone who is interested in the history of science and human development.