The pattern seekers : a new theory of human invention
Baron-Cohen, Simon2022
Book
Why can humans alone invent? In this book, psychologist and world renowned autism expert Simon Baron-Cohen puts forward a bold new theory: because we can identify patterns, specifically if-and-then patterns. And he argues that the genes for this unique ability overlap with the genes for autism. From the first musical instrument to the agricultural, industrial and digital revolutions, Baron-Cohen shows how this unique ability has driven human progress for 70,000 years. By linking one of our greatest human strengths with a condition that is so often misunderstood, 'The Pattern Seekers' challenges us to think differently about those who think differently.
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheadle Hulme Library | Adult non-fiction paperback | 153.35 BAR | Onloan - Due: 14 Nov 2025 |
Main title:
The pattern seekers : a new theory of human invention / Simon Baron-Cohen.
Author:
Baron-Cohen, Simon, author
Imprint:
London : Penguin Books, 2022.
Collation:
256 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 20 cm
Notes:
Originally published: UK: Allen Lane, 2020.Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9780141982397 (pbk)
Dewey class:
153.35
Language:
English
BRN:
3216927