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How Analogies Reveal Connections, Spark Innovation, and Sell Our Greatest Ideas
John Pollack · 2015 · 304 pages
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A curious investigation into the history of the shortcut—the practice of cutting a straight path. John Pollack traces how this idea has shaped everything from urban planning to philosophy, exploring conflicts between efficiency and authority, freedom of movement and social control, with fascinating stories from around the world.
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| Author | John Pollack |
|---|---|
| Year of publication | 2015 |
| Pages | 304 |
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