{"product_id":"homo-problematis-solvendis-problem-solving-man-a-history-of-human-creativity-paperback","title":"Homo Problematis Solvendis-Problem-Solving Man: A History of Human Creativity - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDavid H. Cropley\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book presents the history of modern human creativity\/innovation through examples of solutions to basic human needs that have been developed over time. The title - \u003ci\u003eHomo problematis solvendis\u003c\/i\u003e - is a play on the scientific classifications of humans (e.g. Homo habilis, Homo erectus, Homo sapiens), and is intended to suggest that a defining characteristic of modern humans is our fundamental ability to solve problems (i.e. problem- solving human = Homo problematis solvendis).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe book not only offers new perspectives on the history of technology, but also helps readers connect the popular interest in creativity and innovation (in schools, in businesses) with their psychological underpinnings. It discusses why creativity and innovation are vital to societies, and how these key abilities have made it possible for societies to develop into what they are today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book presents the history of modern human creativity\/innovation through examples of solutions to basic human needs that have been developed over time. The title - \u003ci\u003eHomo problematis solvendis\u003c\/i\u003e - is a play on the scientific classifications of humans (e.g. Homo habilus, Homo erectus, Homo sapiens), and is intended to suggest that a defining characteristic of modern humans is our fundamental ability to solve problems (i.e. problem- solving human = Homo problematis solvendis).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book not only offers new perspectives on the history of technology, but also helps readers connectthe popular interest in creativity and innovation (in schools, in businesses) with their psychological underpinnings. It discusses why creativity and innovation are vital to societies, and how these key abilities have made it possible for societies to develop into what they are today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDavid H. Cropley is an internationally recognised expert on creativity and innovation. His teaching interests focus on systems engineering and related concepts, and his research examines a range of aspects of creativity and innovation, both in the field of engineering, and more broadly. David has appeared on \"Redesign My Brain\" (ABC TV, 2013) and \"Life at 9\" (ABC TV, 2014) discussing various aspects of creativity. He will appear on a new series of Redesign My Brain in 2015, looking at cognitive flexibility and problem solving.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 165\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.39 x 9.21 x 6.14 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 17, 2019\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51793323360544,"sku":"9789811331008","price":35.62,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/4d8cccdf89a730df918c8062281e0e79.webp?v=1780718726","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/homo-problematis-solvendis-problem-solving-man-a-history-of-human-creativity-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}