Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'The Natural History of a Savant' is a profound and insightful examination of the life, psychology, and social role of the intellectual and scientific researcher. Written by the Nobel Prize-winning physiologist Charles Richet, this work moves beyond the technicalities of laboratory science to explore the internal world of the 'savant'-the dedicated seeker of truth. Richet categorizes the various types of scientists, analyzing their motivations, their peculiar habits, and the unique challenges they face within the academic and social landscape.Through a blend of scientific observation and philosophical reflection, the book delves into the temperament required for breakthrough discovery and the often-misunderstood nature of the intellectual pursuit. Richet discusses the qualities of memory, imagination, and perseverance that define the great minds of history. This study serves as both a sociological document and a psychological portrait, offering readers a rare glimpse into the mind of those who dedicate their lives to the advancement of human knowledge. It remains a significant contribution to the understanding of the scientific persona and the history of ideas.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025388823

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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. "The Natural History of a Savant" is a profound and insightful examination of the life, psychology, and social role of the intellectual and scientific researcher. Written by the Nobel Prize-winning physiologist Charles Richet, this work moves beyond the technicalities of laboratory science to explore the internal world of the "savant"-the dedicated seeker of truth. Richet categorizes the various types of scientists, analyzing their motivations, their peculiar habits, and the unique challenges they face within the academic and social landscape.Through a blend of scientific observation and philosophical reflection, the book delves into the temperament required for breakthrough discovery and the often-misunderstood nature of the intellectual pursuit. Richet discusses the qualities of memory, imagination, and perseverance that define the great minds of history. This study serves as both a sociological document and a psychological portrait, offering readers a rare glimpse into the mind of those who dedicate their lives to the advancement of human knowledge. It remains a significant contribution to the understanding of the scientific persona and the history of ideas.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025388823

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