The Pattern Seekers Synopsis
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. Baron-Cohen argues that the genes for this unique ability overlap with the genes for autism and have driven human progress for 70,000 years.
From the first musical instruments to the agricultural, industrial, and digital revolutions, Pattern Seekers links one of our greatest human strengths with a condition that is so often misunderstood and challenges us to think differently about those who think differently.
About This Edition
| ISBN: |
9780141982397 |
| Publication date: |
31st March 2022 |
| Author: |
Simon Baron-Cohen |
| Publisher: |
Penguin Books Ltd |
| Format: |
Paperback |
| Pagination: |
256 pages |
| Primary Genre |
Health & Fitness
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Simon Baron-Cohen Press Reviews
Ambitious and provocative...goes beyond the usual discussion of 'special gifts' in autism to propose that the diversity of human operating systems has accelerated the advancement of human civilization and culture in ways we can barely imagine. -- Steve Silberman, author of NeuroTribes
It's rare to come across a surprising new idea that explains important phenomena, but Simon Baron-Cohen's exploration of abstract pattern-seeking in human affairs is one of them. This book sheds light on one of humanity's most distinctive traits, celebrates human cognitive diversity, and is rich with empathy and psychological insight. -- Steven Pinker, author of How the Mind Works
A game-changing book, a passport into exploring the world of innovation and creativity. Most importantly, it celebrates autistic people and is a call for action, to welcome neurodiversity. -- David Joseph, Chairman and CEO Universal Music UK
Bold, intriguing, profound. -- Jay Elwes - Spectator
A wonderful, lyrical celebration of the autistic mind. -- Alice Thomson - Times
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