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How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci: Seven Steps to Genius Every Day
by Gelb, Michael J
- Used
- very good
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Very Good/Very Good
- ISBN 10
- 0385323816
- ISBN 13
- 9780385323819
- Seller
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Portland, Oregon, United States
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About This Item
Delacorte Press, 1998-08-16. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. 7x1x9. Minor shelf wear to binding. Light wear & soiling on edges of text block. Text and images unmarked. The dust jacket shows some light handling, in a mylar cover.
Synopsis
Genius is made, not born. And human beings are gifted with an almost unlimited potential for learning and creativity. Now you can uncover your own hidden abilities, sharpen your senses, and liberate your unique intelligence--by following the example of the greatest genius of all time, Leonardo da Vinci.Acclaimed author Michael J. Gelb, who has helped thousands of people expand their minds to accomplish more than they ever thought possible, shows you how. Drawing on Da Vinci's notebooks, inventions, and legendary works of art, Gelb introduces Seven Da Vincian Principles--the essential elements of genius--from curiosita, the insatiably curious approach to life to connessione, the appreciation for the interconnectedness of all things. With Da Vinci as your inspiration, you will discover an exhilarating new way of thinking. And step-by-step, through exercises and provocative lessons, you will harness the power--and awesome wonder--of your own genius, mastering such life-changing abilities as: -Problem solving -Creative thinking -Self-expression -Enjoying the world around you -Goal setting and life balance -Harmonizing body and mindDrawing on Da Vinci's notebooks, inventions, and legendary works of art, acclaimed author Michael J. Gelb, introduces seven Da Vincian principles, the essential elements of genius, from curiosita, the insatiably curious approach to life, to connessione, the appreciation for the interconnectedness of all things. With Da Vinci as their inspiration, readers will discover an exhilarating new way of thinking. Step-by-step, through exercises and provocative lessons, anyone can harness the power and awesome wonder of their own genius, mastering such life-changing skills as problem solving, creative thinking, self-expression, goal setting and life balance, and harmonizing body and mind.From the Trade Paperback edition.
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- Bookseller
- Chaparral Books
(US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- CHAPgelHOW
- Title
- How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci: Seven Steps to Genius Every Day
- Author
- Gelb, Michael J
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Jacket Condition
- Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- ISBN 10
- 0385323816
- ISBN 13
- 9780385323819
- Publisher
- Delacorte Press
- Place of Publication
- New York, New York, U.s.a.
- Date Published
- 1998-08-16
- Size
- 7x1x9
- X weight
- 24 oz
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Chaparral Books is located across from Elephant's Deli on S Corbett Avenue in Portland. We have a well rounded collection of subjects, including an extensive core collection in Western Americana and Native American Literature including Western Writers.
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