Painter, sculptor, scientist, architect and visionary - Leonardo da Vinci's genius knew no bounds. According to accelerated learning expert Michael J. Gelb, the essence of Da Vinci's genius was his continuous quest for learning, his ability to learn from mistakes and his willingness to challenge fundamental assumptions and preconceptions...

Painter, sculptor, scientist, architect and visionary - Leonardo da Vinci's genius knew no bounds. According to accelerated learning expert Michael J. Gelb, the essence of Da Vinci's genius was his continuous quest for learning, his ability to learn from mistakes and his willingness to challenge fundamental assumptions and preconceptions.

Now you too can jump start your creativity and achieve your full potential with Think Like Da Vinci: 7 Easy Steps to Boosting Your Everyday Genius. By examining the seven essential aspects of Da Vinci's method of thinking, this practical guidebook provides the tools needed to enhance your aptitude, particularly in your business and career. Loaded with exercises, anecdotes and illustrations, you'll quickly create your own professional renaissance by mastering:

·Whole Brain Thinking

·Improved Brain Power

·Creative Problem Solving

·Accelerated Learning

·Sharpened Senses

Preface: "Born of the Sun"   

Preface to the New Edition   

PART ONE

  Introduction: Your Brain Is Much

  Better than You Think  

  Learning from Leonardo   

  A Practical Approach to Genius   

  The Renaissance, Then and Now   

  The Life of Leonardo da Vinci   

  Major Accomplishments  

PART TWO

  The Seven Da Vincian Principles   

  Curiosita

  Dimostrazione   

  Sensazione  

  Sfumato

  Arte/Scienza  

  Corporalita  

  Connessione  

  Conclusion: Leonardo's Legacy  

PART THREE

  The Beginner's Da Vinci

  Drawing Course 

  Leonardo da Vinci Chronology:Life and Times  

Recommended Reading 

List of Illustrations 

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