The Cult of Creativity: A Surprisingly Recent History
In The Cult of Creativity: A Surprisingly Recent History, Samuel W. Franklin provides a fascinating exploration of how creativity became a central ideal in American life. Tracing its roots to the post-World War II period, the book reveals the cultural, educational, and economic forces that propelled this once-marginal concept into the forefront of innovation and self-expression. A compelling look at a modern myth in the making.
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The Cult of Creativity delves into the historical development of creativity as a cultural phenomenon, tracing its emergence in the United States during the mid-20th century.
Author Samuel W. Franklin examines how creativity shifted from an obscure artistic trait to a widely promoted value in education, business, and society.
This book highlights the influences that shaped this transformation, offering insights into the cultural and intellectual currents of the era.
Through a historical lens, it reveals the mechanisms behind the elevation of creativity to its current status as an essential human quality.
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