Koestler, Arthur
The Act of Creation
- ISBN 13:
- 9781939438744
- author:
- Koestler, Arthur
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Last Century Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 752
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14 x 4.6 centimetres (1.1
- Genre:
- Health & Wellbeing, Mind, Body & Spirit, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Act of Creation by Arthur Koestler is an exploration of creativity and the human mind. Koestler argues that all creatures possess creative potential, which is often suppressed by automatic routines of thought and behavior. He suggests that rational thought can be a barrier to creativity, and that the mind is most capable of receiving inspiration when in a state of suspension. Koestler examines the concept of 'bisociative' thinking, which he believes gives rise to new perceptions and insights. He assesses the workings of the minds of scientific and artistic geniuses, providing a richly documented study of creativity that will be both illuminating and compelling for readers with varying levels of knowledge on the subject. This book offers a unique perspective on the creative process, one that is grounded in psychology and humor. By considering the mind's ability to receive inspiration in non-rational states, Koestler sheds light on the nature of creativity and its relationship to the human experience.
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