55 pages 1 hour read

Steven Johnson

Where Good Ideas Come From

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2010

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Essay Topics

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Analyze the role of “liquid networks” in fostering innovation, using examples from the book. How does this concept illuminate some of the key ideas in the text?

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Discuss the importance of “slow hunches” in the development of groundbreaking ideas. How does this concept challenge popular notions of eureka moments? What are the wider implications for our understanding of innovations and breakthroughs?

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How does Johnson demonstrate that “error” can be a crucial driver of innovation? Provide examples from the book to support your analysis. Why does he emphasize the importance of error in innovation?