Creativity in Invention and Design

Creativity in Invention and Design by Subrata Dasgupta, published by Cambridge University Press on July 10, 2008, explores the intersection of creativity and technology through a computational lens. This 272-page book examines the historical context of microprogramming, focusing on the contributions of Maurice Wilkes in 1951. The author presents a detailed analysis of the inventive process, offering insights into how creativity can be understood in relation to everyday thinking and reasoning.

Readers will find a thorough discussion of creativity in technology, supported by a case study that highlights the cognitive processes involved in invention. Dasgupta proposes general hypotheses about creativity that align with findings from psychology and history, suggesting that the mechanisms of creative thought may not be fundamentally different from those used in routine reasoning. This edition provides a unique perspective on the social aspects of creativity, making it relevant for those interested in cognitive psychology and the dynamics of technological innovation.