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Brave Genius: A Scientist, a Philosopher, and Their Daring Adventures from the French Resistance to the Nobel Prize,Used
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The neverbeforetold account of the intersection of some of the most insightful minds of the 20th century, and a fascinating look at how war, resistance, and friendship can catalyze genius.In the spring of 1940, the aspiring but unknown writer Albert Camus and budding scientist Jacques Monod were quietly pursuing ordinary, separate lives in Paris. After the German invasion and occupation of France, each joined the Resistance to help liberate the country from the Nazis and ascended to prominent, dangerous roles. After the war and through twists of circumstance, they became friends, and through their passionate determination and rare talent they emerged as leading voices of modern literature and biology, each receiving the Nobel Prize in their respective fields.Drawing upon a wealth of previously unpublished and unknown material gathered over several years of research, Brave Genius tells the story of how each man endured the most terrible episode of the twentieth century and then blossomed into extraordinarily creative and engaged individuals. It is a story of the transformation of ordinary lives into exceptional lives by extraordinary eventsof courage in the face of overwhelming adversity, the flowering of creative genius, deep friendship, and of profound concern for and insight into the human condition.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Brave Genius'? A: The main theme of 'Brave Genius' is the intersection of war, resistance, and friendship as catalysts for genius, focusing on the lives of Albert Camus and Jacques Monod during and after World War II.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: 'Brave Genius' is authored by Sean B. Carroll, a prominent scientist and writer.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Brave Genius'? A: 'Brave Genius' was published on September 24, 2013.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Brave Genius'? A: 'Brave Genius' contains 592 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Brave Genius' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition.
- Q: Is there any previously unpublished material in 'Brave Genius'? A: Yes, 'Brave Genius' draws upon a wealth of previously unpublished and unknown material gathered over several years of research.
- Q: What does 'Brave Genius' explore about the authors' lives? A: 'Brave Genius' explores how Albert Camus and Jacques Monod transformed from ordinary individuals into extraordinary figures through their experiences during World War II.
- Q: What genres does 'Brave Genius' fall under? A: 'Brave Genius' can be categorized under biography, history, and science, as it combines elements of the lives of literary and scientific figures.
- Q: What insights does 'Brave Genius' provide about the human condition? A: 'Brave Genius' offers profound insights into the human condition, examining themes of courage, creativity, friendship, and resilience in the face of adversity.