The Geography of Genius
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What makes certain places explode with creative brilliance whilst others languish in mediocrity? Eric Weiner embarks on a witty global journey to answer this question, travelling from Ancient Athens to Silicon Valley, Renaissance Florence to modern Hangzhou. Along the way, he investigates the peculiar conditions that spark genius—examining everything from local wine consumption to immigration policies, cultural attitudes to physical geography.
Blending travelogue, history, and psychology with sharp humour, this exploration challenges assumptions about creativity and innovation. Weiner discovers that genius isn't simply about individual brilliance but flourishes in specific times and places where culture, politics, and even chaos align in unexpected ways. An illuminating and entertaining read for anyone curious about what transforms ordinary locations into hotbeds of revolutionary thinking.
