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The Gift: How the Creative Spirit Transforms the World

by Lewis Hyde
The Gift: How the Creative Spirit Transforms the World
The Gift: How the Creative Spirit Transforms the World

Creativity as an impactful societal currency.

Are you feeling stifled by today's materialistic world? "The Gift" could be a breath of fresh air, reigniting your belief in the transformative power of creativity. Lewis Hyde masterfully weaves anthropology and literature to show how acts of creativity can be much more than a commodity – they can be life-changing gifts that resonate deeply within our personal and communal lives. It's a compelling read for anyone looking to rediscover the value of creativity and its enduring influence on the human spirit.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Gift: How the Creative Spirit Transforms the World

by Lewis Hyde
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ISBN: 9780857868473
Authors: Lewis Hyde
Publisher: Canongate Canons
Date of Publication: 2012-12-06
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Art, Philosophy, Creative Nonfiction, Sociology
Related Topics: Anthropology, History, Essays, History
Goodreads rating: 3.92
(rated by 3028 readers)

Description

A brilliantly argued defence of the importance of creativity in our increasingly money-orientated society. The Gift is a modern classic that will transform the way you look at the world.
 

Creativity as an impactful societal currency.

Are you feeling stifled by today's materialistic world? "The Gift" could be a breath of fresh air, reigniting your belief in the transformative power of creativity. Lewis Hyde masterfully weaves anthropology and literature to show how acts of creativity can be much more than a commodity – they can be life-changing gifts that resonate deeply within our personal and communal lives. It's a compelling read for anyone looking to rediscover the value of creativity and its enduring influence on the human spirit.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.