A genius is a madman.

Author: Yu Fenggao
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Publish Date: 2002-09-01
Features: This is one of the first works in China to explore the relationship between genius and mental illness. The author uses vivid language to trace the history of genius studies and organizes a wealth of compelling materials to reveal many unknown aspects of renowned geniuses in history. These pioneers who advanced human civilization have endured far greater mental suffering than ordinary people. Perhaps, the conclusion drawn in this book is one we are unwilling to accept: the distance between genius and mental illness is thinner than a piece of paper!