This 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 – Homo problematis solvendis – is a play on the scientific classifications of humans , and is intended to suggest that a defining characteristic of modern humans is our fundamental ability to solve problems .
The book not only offers new perspectives on the history of technology, but also helps readers connect the popular interest in creativity and innovation 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.
Pages
184
Format
Kindle Edition
Publisher
Springer
Release
February 16, 2019
Homo Problematis Solvendis–Problem-solving Man: A History of Human Creativity
This 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 – Homo problematis solvendis – is a play on the scientific classifications of humans , and is intended to suggest that a defining characteristic of modern humans is our fundamental ability to solve problems .
The book not only offers new perspectives on the history of technology, but also helps readers connect the popular interest in creativity and innovation 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.