Steven Johnson

Where Good Ideas Come From by Steven Johnson is a fascinating exploration of the origins of creativity and the innovative processes that lead to groundbreaking ideas. Delving deep into a wide range of disciplines including science, technology, history, and urban planning, Johnson reveals the underlying patterns and structures that foster innovation. This insightful book uncovers the DNA of creativity, empowering...

"Most confrontations, viewed from the wide angle of history, are minor disputes, sparks that quickly die out. But every now and then, someone strikes a match that lights up the whole planet." Thoroughly engrossing . . . a spirited, suspenseful, economically told tale whose significance is manifest and whose pace never flags. - The Wall Street Journal From The New...

Extra Life by Steven Johnson tells a fascinating and crucially important story of how humanity has managed to significantly extend its life expectancy over the last century. This compelling narrative explores the various innovations and breakthroughs that have collectively gifted us an additional twenty thousand days on average. From vaccines and the decline of famines to improvements in public health...