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Surfaces and Essences

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What’s it about?

This book reveals that analogy isn't just a poetic device—it's the core engine of human thought, shaping how we perceive, categorize, and create.

You’ll learn

  • Analogy is the basis of all cognition
  • Concepts are flexible, not rigid
  • Creativity stems from new analogies
  • Expertise is built on analogical patterns