Wilson, Edward O.

The Origins of Creativity

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ISBN 13:: 9780141986340
author:: Wilson, Edward O.
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Penguin Books Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2018
Pages:: 256
Dimensions:: 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.5 centimetres (0
Genre:: Science, History, Science,
Condition:: New
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Edward O. Wilson's latest work offers a profound exploration of creativity and its place in human history.

The author, a renowned biologist, argues that human creativity is not a recent development, but rather a trait that has been present for over 100,000 years. By examining fields such as paleontology, evolutionary biology, and neuroscience, Wilson reveals how the humanities have played a significant role in shaping our species.

Through his sweeping examination of the relationship between science and the humanities, Wilson proposes a transformational 'Third Enlightenment' that seeks to deepen our understanding of the human condition. This book is a thought-provoking exploration of creativity and its enduring power.

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