Sparks of Genius

Sparks of Genius

The 13 Thinking Tools of the World's Most Creative People

In Sparks of Genius the 13 Thinking Tools of the Worlds Most Creative People Robert S. Root-Bernstein maps thirteen cognitive habits that underlie major creative breakthroughs across disciplines, from science and engineering to art and music. Drawing on case studies and historical examples, he shows how skills such as keen observation, analogy, visualization, pattern recognition, and playful experimentation combine and can be taught through practical exercises. The book presents creativity as a trainable set of habits rather than a mysterious talent, offering readers concrete ways to strengthen creative thinking and apply it to problem solving and innovation.