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Genius and the mind: studies of creativity and temperament in the
historical record / edited by Andrew Steptoe.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
1. Genius. 2. Creative ability. 3. Nature and nurture.
4. Genius and mental illness. 5. Gifted persons -- Case studies.
I. Steptoe, Andrew.
BF412.G435 1998 153.3'5-dc2l 97-51708
ISBN 0 19 852373 4 (Hbk)

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