The Runaway Species
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
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Book • Nonfiction
2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
The Runaway Species: How Human Creativity Remakes the World by Anthony Brandt and David Eagleman delves into the origins and impact of human creativity, highlighting that humans are naturally inclined to innovate through three principles: bending, breaking, and blending existing ideas. The authors emphasize the social aspect of creativity and advocate for risk-taking and learning from failures, proposing educational reforms to nurture creative thinking.
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Reviewers praise The Runaway Species for its engaging exploration of human creativity, blending neuroscience and art effectively. The authors' accessible writing style and compelling examples are often highlighted. Critics, however, note occasional oversimplification and a lack of depth in scientific explanations. Overall, an inspiring read for those curious about human innovation.
A reader who enjoys The Runaway Species by Anthony Brandt and David Eagleman is fascinated by creativity and the human mind. This book will appeal to fans of Daniel Pink's A Whole New Mind and Jonah Lehrer's Imagine, melding neuroscience, art, and innovation in an accessible narrative.
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304
Book • Nonfiction
2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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