Nuovi studii sul genio vol. II (Origine e natura dei genii) by Cesare Lombroso
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"Nuovi studi sul genio vol. II (Origine e natura dei genii)" by Cesare Lombroso is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work explores the origins and nature of genius, examining the variances found in different types of geniuses and the factors that influence their development. It aims to provide deeper insight into the shared characteristics among individuals renowned for their exceptional intellectual, artistic, or scientific prowess. The opening
of the book delves into the foundational concepts of genius, presenting an argument that despite the observable variety among geniuses—such as in artistic versus scientific disciplines—their essential nature remains unchanged. Lombroso references notable thinkers and historical figures to illustrate how intellect and artistry intermingle, highlighting that individuals like Leonardo da Vinci excelled across multiple domains. He introduces a critique from a contemporary critic who questions the lack of explanation regarding the diverse manifestations of genius, setting the stage for a broader exploration of genetic, environmental, and psychological influences on creative expression throughout the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lombroso, Cesare, 1835-1909 |
|---|---|
| Title | Nuovi studii sul genio vol. II (Origine e natura dei genii) |
| Credits |
Produced by Claudio Paganelli, Carlo Traverso, Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense - Milano) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 36.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis |
| Subject | Genius |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59417 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-59417-0 |
| Release Date | May 2, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 472 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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