Sublime

We have some idea what we mean by this concept, but no good, precise definition as yet. (Even if we had one, it would be impossible to conduct the study using records from current students, because that variable could not be assessed until at least 20 years after the students had completed their doctoral work.)”

unfortunately, we'll find a disproportionate focus on male polymaths in much of this book, even if the notion is equally applicable (and indeed pertinent) across genders.

Every human being – to some extent or another – has a sense of unity, the skill of versatility, the ability to make connections, a degree of intelligence, moments of creativity, an inherent curiosity and an awareness of his individuality. When these features are unlocked with remarkable synchronicity, the mind of the polymath is awakened. So if we

So what will be the implications of this for humans? One thing that is already happening is job automation. According to research by Frey and Osborne at Oxford which assesses 702 occupations and their probability of being computerised in the coming decades, 47% of all American jobs are at risk. Historian and futurist Harari puts it well: ‘the ninet