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41. Strong Imagination: Madness, Creativity and Human Nature by Daniel Nettle | |
Hardcover: 248
Pages
(2001-05-03)
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Anthropologically relevant and interesting read!!!
Strong Imagination, Madness, and Creativity.
Bring your brain
grasping at non-existent justifications... I recommend readers interested in this subject turn to different techniques of being resigned to the purposelessness and meaninglessness that scientific investigations continually reveal. In particular, I recommend the scientifically grounded "cosmic spirituality" as described by Milton Munitz in books such as The Question of Reality; Cosmic Understanding and Does Life Have A Meaning?. Owen Flanagan also provides comfort in his discussions, including The Problem of the Soul. Having to face reality is always a difficult task. And Daniel Nettle courageously takes up this task with all good intention to alert troubled individuals to NOT indulge in nihilistic self-destruction for the sake of "art" or other means to attention and notoriety. This is sound advice. As is Nettle's advice to pursue robust health. These are all necessary but ultimately insufficient steps on the way to a comfortable avoidance of insanity. For a self-sufficient presence, one still must face one's personal orientation to the totality of reality. The over-arching issue remains the absence of external justification of one's actions and one's presence. And for this there is no simple fix. Making oneself at home in the universe remains an extremely elusive destination... ... Read more |
42. Live Through This: On Creativity and Self-Destruction | |
Paperback: 240
Pages
(2008-04-01)
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Editorial Review Product Description “Inspiration, ultimately, is what this visceral book is about.”—Bay Windows “Live Through This answers the age-old question tortured, complex artists wrestle with: ‘Why don’t you write about it?’ These writers do. They take centre stage and take up the space they’ve learned they deserve. Women’s and cultural studies students, take note. ”—Now Toronto “As a whole, the collection posits a hopeful message: that while the quirks and sensitivities of a creative mind often seem predisposed to depression, they are also the exact qualities that provide a special set of tools with which to find a way through the darkest moments.”—Bust Magazine "Captivating, concise, and humbling, Live Through This is easy to put down between pieces and become just as immersed upon picking it up again."—Feminist Review “With more esteemed names than can be listed…this book will gather no dust on your bookshelf.”—Curve Magazine In a collection of original stories, essays, artwork, and photography, Nan Goldin, Eileen Myles, bell hooks, and other cutting-edge artists explore their use of art to survive madness, abuse, incest, depression, and the impulse toward self-destruction manifest in eating disorders, cutting, addiction, and contemplation of suicide. The book confronts the brutality many women and girls encounter in the world around them, and bravely takes as its subject the often misunderstood violence they at times inflict upon themselves. The diverse array of contributors here—novelists, poets, cartoonists, dancers, photographers, playwrights, burlesque performers—traverse the pains and passions that can both motivate and destroy women artists, and they mark a path for survival. Together they show that creative women are not destined to the fate of lost visionaries such as Woolf, Sexton, Arbus, and Plath. Live Through This is a fearless exploration of women’s silent rage, the power that can come from internal struggle, and the possibility of transforming this burning force into fierce and enlightened work. With contributions by Nan Goldin, bell hooks, Patricia Smith, Cristy Road, Carol Queen, Annie Sprinkle, Elizabeth Stephens, Carolyn Gage, Eileen Myles, Fly, Diane DiMassa, Bonfire Madigan, Inga Muscio, Kate Bornstein, Toni Blackman, Nicole Blackman, Silas Howard, Daphne Gottleib, and Stephanie Howell. Sabrina Chapadjiev is a playwright, spoken word artist, and singer-songwriter originally from the suburbs of Chicago. She is founder of the all-woman songwriter series Chicks that Kick, editor of the zine Cliterature: 18 Interviews with Women Writers, and her plays, including Perhaps Merely Quiet, have been produced in the United States and Europe. Customer Reviews (5)
How Women Survive via Creative, Not Always Pleasant, Means
Helpful Advice from 'Live Through This'
on creativity and self-destruction, or the commodification thereof
at long last
you are not alone |
43. The Complete Artist's Way: Creativity as a Spiritual Practice by Julia Cameron | |
Hardcover: 752
Pages
(2007-10-18)
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Worth the price
Amazing!
Wonderful book!So much practical info.I love it...Julia Cameron makes writing so much fun.
excellent way to get back on track...
The Complete Artist's Way |
44. Keys to Drawing with Imagination: Strategies and Exercises for Gaining Confidence and Enhancing Your Creativity by Bert Dodson | |
Spiral-bound: 192
Pages
(2006-11-27)
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Editorial Review Product Description *Enclosed spiral binding means it lies flat while artists work! *Features countless inspirational drawings from the author and other famous artists, including R. Crumb and Maya Lin. Every artist wants to be more creative, and this book demystifies that often confusing process. There are dozens of exercises to help readers more fully engage their artwork and unlock the power of the imagination. Artists will learn how to recycle old drawings into fresh ideas and discover new ways of working that free their creativity. Artists of all levels--working in every medium--will come away more confident and creative!! Customer Reviews (19)
Expressive Creativity
I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!
fun drawing booik
Every artist should begin with this book.
A great book to take you further in drawing. |
45. Creativity in the Classroom: Schools of Curious Delight by Alane Jordan Starko | |
Paperback: 368
Pages
(2009-07-20)
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Editorial Review Product Description The fourth edition of this well-known text continues the mission of its predecessors – to help teachers link creativity research and theory to the everyday activities of classroom teaching. Part I (chs 1-5) includes information on models and theories of creativity, characteristics of creative people, and talent development. Part II (chapters 6-10) includes strategies explicitly designed to teach creative thinking, to weave creative thinking into content area instruction, and to organize basic classroom activities (grouping, lesson planning, assessment, motivation and classroom organization) in ways that support students’ creativity. Changes in this Edition: Improved Organization -- This edition has been reorganized from 8 to 10 chapters allowing the presentation of theoretical material in clearer, more manageable chunks. New Material – In addition to general updating, there are more examples involving middle and secondary school teaching, more examples linking creativity to technology, new information on the misdiagnosis of creative students as ADHD, and more material on cross-cultural concepts of creativity, collaborative creativity, and linking creativity to state standards. Pedagogy & Design – Chapter-opening vignettes, within-chapter reflection questions and activities, sample lesson ideas from real teachers, and end-of-chapter journaling activities help readers adapt content to their own teaching situations. Also, a larger trim makes the layout more open and appealing and a single end-of-book reference section makes referencing easier. Targeted specifically to educators (but useful to others), this book is suitable for any course that deals wholly or partly with creativity in teaching, teaching the gifted and talented, or teaching thinking and problem solving. Such courses are variously found in departments of special education, early childhood education, curriculum and instruction, or educational psychology. Customer Reviews (3)
Great
A valuable resource for teachers, students, & parents In a nut shell, this is a book about practical strategies for teaching and learning creative thinking skills. Although it has been written primarily for teachers and students, I find thatmany of the information on theory, strategies and assessment covered by the book are applicable and useful for anyone who is interested in exploring creativity, even in non-academic areas. The main bulk of the book pertains to approaches to teaching the basic curriculum - mathematics, science, social studies, language - that encourage creative problem solving, and information on how research on motivation and creativity applies to decisions about classroom management, organisation and assessment. The book is divided into two parts: "Understanding Creative People & Processes" and "Creativity & Classroom Life.".The first part gives an excellent grounding in creativity fundamentals. The second part gives practical suggestions for creativity design, development & assessment in a classroom setting.For teachers, this part, especially the assessment tools,is a real gem. Very fortunately, the author's fluid writing style, coupled with her interesting case studies and numerous applications, makes the book easy-to-follow. The author has very masterfully organised practical activities, such as "Thinking about the Classroom" and "Journeying and Journalling" in every chapter.For readers, there are a lot of points to ponder, several questions to ask and many things to do. This is the part I enjoyed "playing" with them the most. At the end of each chapter, and also in the bibliography, the author has listed many useful references for further exploration. For research purposes, this is a gold mine. For parents, who are looking for simple ideas and practical strategies to develop creative activities for their children, I dare say this book is definitely a very helpful guide. As a matter of fact, if you are just looking for creative opportunities in your own life, this book (particularly chapter 6) can be a valuable source of curious delight.
creativity in the classroom:schools of curious delight |
46. Inspiring Creativity: An Anthology of Powerful Insights and Practical Ideas to Guide You to Successful Creating | |
Paperback: 224
Pages
(2005-04-15)
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Great inspiration
A bunch of letters
Less than Inspiring
Creativity coaching
Midwest Book Review, October 2005 Issue |
47. The Gift: Creativity and the Artist in the Modern World (Vintage) by Lewis Hyde | |
Paperback: 464
Pages
(2007-12-04)
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Excellent!!
Essental reading for any creative person
This book redefines the "liberal arts"
Everyone should read this book!
the gift was a gift |
48. Creativity: Theories and Themes: Research, Development, and Practice by Mark A. Runco | |
Hardcover: 504
Pages
(2006-12-28)
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Poorly structured but informative
Creativity Review |
49. The Flavor Bible: The Essential Guide to Culinary Creativity, Based on the Wisdom of America's Most Imaginative Chefs by Karen Page, Andrew Dornenburg | |
Hardcover: 392
Pages
(2008-09-16)
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Cooking with Herbs
Just What I've Been Looking For
Must Have!
Flavor Bible
AMAZING! Perfect title for this book. .. FLAVOR BIBLE |
50. Business Playground: Where Creativity and Commerce Collide, The (Voices That Matter) by Dave Stewart, Mark Simmons | |
Paperback: 264
Pages
(2010-07-23)
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An unusual and top recommendation for business and general libraries alike
Brilliant
Best business book ever!
The Playground of Fun
interesting and thought provoking |
51. The Little Book of Big Ideas: Inspiration, Encouragement & Tips to Stimulate Creativity and Improve Your Life by Harold R. McAlindon, Michael Michalko | |
Paperback: 239
Pages
(1999-10)
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Customer Reviews (6)
Look for the humor in a negative situation
Relatively useful as a quick & simple idea jogger!
Something old something new
A humble little book The bulk of this book is quotations from writers, scientists, as well as thoughts that have been passed down through time. You cannot build a reputation on what you intend to do. -Liz Smith Above all, try something. -Franklin D. Roosevelt I think the biggest part of creativity in medicine is listening. -Dr. Alexa Canady At the end of the individual chapters, there are "Creative Actions." These are ideas by the author in order to further inspire creative ideas. These can be helpful. I find them most helpful when I write them down as activities and do them on paper. Most people may not enjoy this book. It is simple and makes its point clear. This is what I enjoy about the book. I purchased an additional copy of this book for my office co-workers, and I anonymously placed the book in my office area. It is fun to watch person after person, day after day thumb through this book and receive some words of encouragement. Try not. Do. Or do not. There is no try. -Yoda
An important resource for organizations and families |
52. Chaos, Creativity, and Cosmic Consciousness by Rupert Sheldrake, Terence McKenna, Ralph Abraham | |
Paperback: 208
Pages
(2001-11-01)
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Editorial Review Product Description In this book of "trialogues," the late psychedelic visionary and shamanologist Terence McKenna, acclaimed biologist and originator of the morphogenetic fields theory Rupert Sheldrake, and mathematician and chaos theory scientist Ralph Abraham explore the relationships between chaos and creativity and their connection to cosmic consciousness. Their observations call into question our current views of reality, morality, and the nature of life in the universe. The authors challenge the reader to the deepest levels of thought with wide-ranging investigations of the ecology of inner and outer space, the role of chaos in the dynamics of human creation, and the resacralization of the world. Among the provocative questions the authors raise are: Is Armageddon a self-fulfilling prophecy? Are we humans the imaginers or the imagined? Are the eternal laws of nature still evolving? What is the connection between physical light and the light of consciousness? Part ceremony, part old-fashioned intellectual discussion, these trialogues are an invitation to a new understanding of what Jean Houston calls "the dreamscapes of our everyday waking life." Customer Reviews (9)
"Creative Thinking"
Mind blowing
New Age Pseudoscolarly Psychobabble
Lofty-sounding but vacuous
holy trinity? |
53. Creative Girl: The Ultimate Guide for Turning Talent and Creativity into a Real Career by Katharine Sise | |
Paperback: 320
Pages
(2010-08-24)
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Editorial Review Product Description Author Katharine Sise has certainly “walked the walk” of a creative entrepreneur, as she created her own jewelry line that has won the praise of celebrities and the fashion world. Here she provides ideas for sparking one’s creative talent (through meditating and journaling), and narrowing down what career lifestyle is right for each reader. She also shares insider tips on the realities of navigating a creative career and handling a business—such as how to brand yourself and how to build a platform and garner publicity. Katharine debunks the myth of the “starving artist” and shows how one can turn inspiration into a profitable livelihood. Customer Reviews (13)
Awesome Book!
Great!
Must read for any Creative Girl (or boy!) out there
Thank you Katharine!!
Comprehensive |
54. The International Handbook of Creativity | |
Paperback: 538
Pages
(2006-04-03)
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Bruno-Faria reviews
Excellent Complement to Handbook of Creativity |
55. Creativity in Education by Anna Craft, Mike Leibling, Bob Jeffrey | |
Paperback: 224
Pages
(2001-04-15)
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56. Digital Storytelling in the Classroom: New Media Pathways to Literacy, Learning, and Creativity | |
Paperback: 248
Pages
(2007-09-10)
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Awesome technology book for teachers!
My thoughts on Digital Storytelling by Ohler
A Review of: Digital Storytelling in the Classroom
a great help
Useful |
57. The Genesis Of Artistic Creativity: Asperger's Syndrome And The Arts by Michael Fitzgerald | |
Paperback: 254
Pages
(2005-07-19)
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Disjointed, Disorganized, Disappointing
No chapter on Wittgenstein? Then, why keep mentioning him?
Anecdotal, not rigorous
Good read... shame about the premise. |
58. Creativity by John Steptoe | |
Paperback: 32
Pages
(2003-02-10)
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59. The Nature of Creativity: Contemporary Psychological Perspectives | |
Paperback: 468
Pages
(1988-05-27)
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the mother lode |
60. Fostering Creativity in Gifted Students (Practical Strategies Series in Gifted Education) by Frances Karnes, Bonnie Cramond | |
Paperback: 56
Pages
(2005-09-01)
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