Where Good Ideas Come From: The Natural History of Innovation by Steven Johnson

The book explores the environments, principles, & historical patterns that spark groundbreaking ideas across various disciplines.  Steven Johnson explores the environments & recurring patterns that spark groundbreaking breakthroughs.  Johnson debuts a central argument: innovation follows a natural history similar to biological evolution & natural ecosystems. He completely dismantles the popular myth of the lone genius who experiences a sudden, isolated eureka! moment. Instead, he shows that the most impactful creative breakthroughs flourish within highly collaborative networks & flexible environments, which he terms liquid networks.  The book is in excellent condition. There is no writing, highlighting or any other marks.