The man who inspired Dustin Hoffman‘s character in the film Rain Man, Kim Peek has died. He passed from a heart attack on December 19th, 2009.

Kim Peek had an impressive photographic memory and had memorized more than 9000 books by the time of his death.  Surprisingly, the savant’s memory was actually improving with age.

Kim Peek was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ and Latter Day Saints (commonly referred to as Mormon).

9000 books memorized!? Thats truly amazing. Condolences to his family and friend in this difficult time.

Source: Examiner

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