The Edison Gene
Thom Hartmann
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The Edison Gene
Published
August 11, 2003
Publisher
Park Street Press
Pages
280
ISBN-13
9780892811281
ISBN-10
0892811285
Description
"Thomas Edison was expelled from school for behavior that today would label him as having Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), but his mother understood how to salvage his self-esteem and prepare him for a lifetime of success. The creativity, impulsiveness, and distractibility that are characteristic of ADHD are not signs of a disorder at all, but instead are components of a highly adaptive and useful skill set that well served our hunting and gathering ancestors. In The Edison Gene Thom Hartmann shows that these characteristics have also been critical to the survival and development of our modern civilization and will be vital and necessary as humanity faces new challenges in the future." "Hartmann, creator of the "hunter versus farmer" theory of ADHD, examines the latest discoveries confirming the existence of an ADHD gene and the global catastrophe 40,000 years ago that triggered its development. Citing examples of significant innovators in our modern era, he argues that the children who possess the "Edison gene" have neurology that is wired to give them brilliant success as innovators, inventors, explorers, and entrepreneurs. Hartmann offers parents concrete strategies for helping their Edison-gene children to reach their full potential and shows that rather than being "problems," such children are an important and vital gift to our society and the world."--Jacket.
Subjects
Creativity and divergent thinking
Divergent thinking
The agile mind
Higher Unlearning 39 Postrequisite Lessons For Achieving A Successful Future
Dreamers, discoverers & dynamos
Divergent thinking and creative potential
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Edison Gene?
This edition of The Edison Gene has approximately 280 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The Edison Gene?
For most readers, The Edison Gene typically takes between 5h 50m and 3h 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 70,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 70,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The Edison Gene?
The estimated word count for The Edison Gene is approximately 70,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The Edison Gene?
The Edison Gene was written by Thom Hartmann.
When was The Edison Gene published?
The publication date for this specific edition is August 11, 2003. The original work may have been published on a different date.