Learning to imagine : the science of discovering new possibilities
Shtulman, Andrew2023
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Imagination is commonly thought to be the special province of youth - the natural companion of free play and the unrestrained vistas of childhood. Then come the deadening routines and stifling regimentation of the adult world, dulling our imaginative powers. In fact, Andrew Shtulman argues, the opposite is true. Imagination is not something we inherit at birth, nor does it diminish with age. Instead, imagination grows as we do, through education and reflection. The science of cognitive development shows that young children are wired to be imitators. When confronted with novel challenges, they struggle to think outside the box, and their creativity is rigidly constrained by what they deem probable, typical, or normal. As 'Learning to Imagine' demonstrates, the key to expanding the imagination is not forgetting what you know but learning something new.
Main title:
Learning to imagine : the science of discovering new possibilities / Andrew Shtulman.
Author:
Shtulman, Andrew, author
Imprint:
Cambridge : Harvard University Press, 2023.
Collation:
352 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Audience:
Specialized.
ISBN:
9780674248175 (hbk. :)
Language:
English
BRN:
2671701
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