{"product_id":"9780826106278","title":"Genius 101","description":"\u003ci\u003eGenius 101\u003c\/i\u003e makes for a great read on a centuries-old scientific puzzle - as well as a lively text on the wellsprings and manifestations of genius.\"  \u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Teresa M. Amabile, PhD \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The Edsel Bryant Ford Professor of Business Administration \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Harvard Business School \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e [A] clear and engaging summary of this mysterious and utterly important phenomenon written by arguably the world's expert on the topic. Nearly 30 years of Simonton's fascination and focused intellect on the topic of exemplary genius come together in this brief, accessible and insightful volume. If only all introductory courses were this much fun!  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e —Gregory J. Feist, PhD \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e San Jose State University \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The latest, and possibly most comprehensive, entry into this genre [on the study of genius] is Dean Keith Simonton's new book \u003ci\u003eGenius 101\u003c\/i\u003e... Simonton, a psychology professor at the University of California, Davis, is one of the world's leading authorities on the intellectually eminent...\"  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e —\u003ci\u003eTime Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, February 13, 2009  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003eGenius 101\u003c\/i\u003e is an extremely readable and entertaining book: I read it in one sitting....Each chapter is informative, well organized, provocative, and entertaining. This book presents the best short introduction to genius to be found.\"  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e —Robert Sternberg  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003ePsycCritiques\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e   \u003cbr\u003e • Are geniuses born or made?  \u003cbr\u003e • How do psychologists measure \"genius\"?  \u003cbr\u003e • Is it \"genius,\" or is it \"madness\"?   \u003cbr\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Genius,\" contrary to common belief, is not strictly a matter of intelligence. Intellect, personality, creativity, even serendipity play a significant role in molding a genius. So, what does it mean to be a genius?  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003eGenius 101\u003c\/i\u003e examines the many definitions of \"genius,\" and the multiple domains in which it appears, including art, science, music, business, literature, and the media. Dr. Simonton introduces the study of genius theory and the research supporting it, using non-scientific, accessible language-fit for a non-genius.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The Psych 101 Series \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Short, reader-friendly introductions to cutting-edge topics in psychology. With key concepts, controversial topics, and fascinating accounts of up-to-the-minute research, The Psych 101 Series is a valuable resource for all students of psychology and anyone interested in the field.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Springer Publishing Company, Incorporated","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47015402733808,"sku":"9780826106278","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780826106278_p0.jpg?v=1763753614","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780826106278","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}