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TED Books: Broken Places & Outer Spaces : Finding Creativity in the Unexpected (Hardcover)
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What we perceive as limitations have the potential to become our greatest strengths—far greater than when we were unbroken.
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Creative Resilience
Explore how unexpected circumstances can spark creativity, offering readers innovative perspectives on overcoming challenges in artistic processes and personal growth.
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Gain valuable understanding through the author's unique experiences and insights, blending personal narratives with practical advice that resonate with creative individuals seeking inspiration.
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The hardcover design provides durability and aesthetic appeal, making it an attractive addition to any bookshelf while being a thoughtful gift for those interested in creativity and self-discovery.
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- A powerful journey from star athlete to sudden paralysis to creative awakening, award-winning science fiction writer Nnedi Okorafor shows that what we think are our limitations have the potential to become our greatest strengths. Nnedi Okorafor was never supposed to be paralyzed. A college track star and budding entomologist, Nnedi's lifelong battle with scoliosis was just a bump in her plan--something a simple operation would easily correct. But when Nnedi wakes from the surgery to find she can't move her legs, her entire sense of self begins to waver. Confined to a hospital bed for months, unusual things begin to happen. Psychedelic bugs crawl her hospital walls; strange dreams visit her nightly. Nnedi begins to put these experiences into writing, conjuring up strange, fantastical stories. What Nnedi discovers during her confinement would prove to be the key to her life as a successful science fiction author: In science fiction, when something breaks, something greater often emerges from the cracks. In Broken Places & Outer Spaces, Nnedi takes the reader on a journey from her hospital bed deep into her memories, from her painful first experiences with racism as a child in Chicago to her powerful visits to her parents' hometown in Nigeria. From Frida Kahlo to Mary Shelly, she examines great artists and writers who have pushed through their limitations, using hardship to fuel their work. Through these compelling stories and her own, Nnedi reveals a universal truth: What we perceive as limitations have the potential to become our greatest strengths--far greater than when we were unbroken. A guidebook for anyone eager to understand how their limitations might actually be used as a creative springboard, Broken Places & Outer Spaces is an inspiring look at how to open up new windows in your mind.Author: Nnedi OkoraforPublisher: Simon & Schuster/ TedPublished: 06/18/2019Pages: 112Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 7.10h x 5.30w x 0.70dISBN: 9781501195471Review Citation(s): Library Journal Prepub Alert 01/01/2019 pg. 53Publishers Weekly 05/27/2019Library Journal 07/01/2019 pg. 77About the AuthorNnedi Okorafor is an award-winning novelist of African-based science fiction, fantasy, and magical realism. Born in the US to Nigerian immigrant parents, Okorafor is known for weaving African cultures into creative settings and memorable characters. Her book, Who Fears Death has been optioned by HBO, with Game of Thrones' George R.R. Martin as executive producer. Okorafor is a full-time professor at the University at Buffalo, New York (SUNY).
| Book format | Hardcover |
| Fiction/nonfiction | Non-Fiction |
| Genre | Textbooks |
| Publication date | June, 2019 |
| Pages | 112 |
| Reading level | General/Trade |
| Subgenre | Self-Help |
| Series title | TED Books |
| Edition | Standard |
| Publisher | Simon & Schuster, Emily Bestler Books |
| Original languages | English |
| Language | English |
| Educational level | College |
| Awards won | None |
| Is collectible | N |
| Binding type | Case Binding |
| Assembled product dimensions (l x w x h) | 7.00 x 5.00 x 0.60 Inches (17.8 x 12.7 x 1.5 cm) |
| Assembled product weight | 0.5 lb (230 grams) |
| Sport | Track |
| Bisac subject heading | Fiction |
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Creative Professionals
Ideal for artists and writers seeking inspiration from unconventional sources and experiences to enhance their creativity.
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Mental Health Seekers
Great for individuals exploring resilience and adaptability in unexpected circumstances, promoting mental well-being through creative thought.
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Lifelong Learners
Perfect for those passionate about personal growth and self-discovery, seeking unique perspectives on creativity and innovation.
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Non-Creative Individuals
May not appeal to those uninterested in creativity or artistic expression, as the concepts might seem irrelevant.
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Answer: The book takes readers on a personal journey of transformation from physical limitations to creative discovery.
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- Discover how limitations can transform into strengths.
- Follow Nnedi Okorafor's journey from athlete to acclaimed author.
- Explore the merging of adversity and creativity.
- Gain insights from personal and universal experiences.
- Learn from great artists who turned hardship into art.
- A guide to using confinement as a creative springboard.
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