Why Polymaths?: How Multi-Specialists Revolutionize the Way We Learn, Work and Live

By: Aksinya Samoylova

Movers and shakers have shaped the world we live in today. Throughout the millennia, many of these revered individuals have been polymaths - people distinguished by their ability to solve problems by drawing on a wide base of knowledge, spanning a broad range of subjects. It's therefore ironic that our modern hyper-specialized society has labeled many of these innovators 'geniuses', while ignoring the main quality that made their extraordinary contributions possible in the first place - their versatility. Since the industrial revolution, the idea of polymathy has been frowned upon. Children today are told to chooseF one area of specialization and stick to it, whilst anyone knowledgeable and skilled in several areas is 'lacking direction'. The diverse CVs of modern polymaths are often seen as a weakness, rather than a strength, by employers who cannot see beyond a narrow set of preconceived qualities and experience. Once employed, polymaths may feel the need to play it safe and only produce what is expected of them, even if it's not their full potential. However, the rapidly increasing complexity of life over the past decade has called polymaths back into the limelight once more, as multidisciplinary understanding is key to solving most of the complicated problems facing humanity today. The strength of Polymaths is their ability to see interconnectedness, to cross-pollinate, and to innovate in areas where disciplines intersect. All of these abilities are in high demand in the 21st century. This book offers a panoramic look at polymathy in three areas: History - across cultures and ages. Science - from the perspective of psychology, genetics, and neuroscience. Modern Life - polymathic education and career paths, interviews with modern polymaths. Discover how adopting a polymathic outlook can revolutionize the way we learn, work and live.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CSMZDCVV
• ISBN13: 9798846874794
• Release Date: January 2024
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 459 Pages
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 1.1" x 6.0"