In this episode, we discuss whether or not there are more, or fewer polymaths today than in the past, using the example of W. H. R. Rivers, an English anthropologist who also made contributions in neurology, and psychiatry.
23: W. H. R. Rivers, Polymaths, and the Disappearance of Useful Arts
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23: W. H. R. Rivers, Polymaths, and the Disappearance of Useful Arts
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Narratives is a project exploring the ways in which the world is better than it has been, the ways that it is worse, and the paths toward making a better, more definite future.
Narratives is hosted by Will Jarvis. For more information, and more episodes, visit www.narrativespodcast.com
Narratives is a project exploring the ways in which the world is better than it has been, the ways that it is worse, and the paths toward making a better, more definite future.
Narratives is hosted by Will Jarvis. For more information, and more episodes, visit www.narrativespodcast.comListen on
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23: W. H. R. Rivers, Polymaths, and the Disappearance of Useful Arts