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Creativity as an Exact Science: The Theory of Inventive Problem Solving

Genrich Altshuller
rus. Творчество как точная наука: Теория решения изобретательских задач · 1979
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Book Review

Book Review

Genrich Altshuller's book «Creativity as an Exact Science: The Theory of Inventive Problem Solving» is a fundamental work dedicated to systematizing the inventiveness process. Altshuller, the creator of the Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (TRIZ), offers readers a structured approach to solving complex technical problems. Critics note that the book stands out for its practical focus and scientific basis, making it valuable not only for engineers and inventors but for anyone seeking to develop creative thinking. Altshuller provides a methodology that helps find unconventional solutions using algorithms and principles based on the analysis of thousands of patents. The book has been recognized for its innovative concept and contribution to the development of creativity theory, although some critics point out its complexity for the unprepared reader. Overall, Altshuller's work is considered an important step in understanding and developing the creative process as a scientific discipline.

Creativity as an Exact Science: The Theory of Inventive Problem Solving
Date of publication: 1 March 2025
Updated: 4 March 2025
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Genrich Altshuller
Original title: rus. Творчество как точная наука: Теория решения изобретательских задач · 1979
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