In the Mind's Eye: Visual Thinkers, Gifted People with Dyslexia and Other Learning Disabilities, Computer Images and the Ironies of Creativity

By: Thomas G. West

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Synopsis: Exposes myths about conventional intelligence by examining the role of visual-spatial strengths and verbal weaknesses in the lives of 11 gifted individuals, including Albert Einstein and Thomas Edison. Examines research in neuroscience that shows a link between visual talents and verbal difficulties, and discusses developments in computer technology that herald a shift toward the increased use of visual approaches in business and science. This revised edition offers an expanded list of national and international organizations, and an updated bibliography. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

Book Quality:: Excellent
Book Size:: 399 Pages
ISBN-13:: 9781573921558
Publisher:: Prometheus Books, Publishers
Date of Addition:: 02/15/10
Copyrighted By:: Thomas G. West
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Science, Disability-Related, Psychology, Education, Medicine
Submitted By:: Deborah Kent Stein
Proofread By:: Kari G
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.