The cartography of evolution -- The molecular revolution -- On the importance of going through hell -- Teleportation in genetic landscapes -- Of diamonds and snowflakes -- Creative machines -- Darwin in the mind -- Not all those who wander are lost -- From children to civilizations -- Epilogue: more than metaphors
Summary:
"How the principles of biological innovation can help us overcome creative challenges in art, business, and science. In Life Finds a Way, biologist Andreas Wagner reveals the deep symmetry between innovation in biological evolution and human cultural creativity. Rarely is either a linear climb to perfection–instead, "progress" is typically marked by a sequence of peaks, plateaus, and pitfalls." -- Publisher's website