Helen Lewis

A timely interrogation of the myth of genius, and the distortions that elevate some over others.

The Dangerous Allure of Rebels, Monsters, and Rule Breakers

The Genius Myth

Cassandra Tang

‘When you hear hoofbeats, think horses, not zebras.’ In other words, assume the most obvious explanation – while keeping your mind open to other possibilities.

Some people are so monstrously indulged that their demands scorch everything around them. Others are given so little support that the flame of their talent is extinguished.

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