Kalb, Claudia

"A look at genius, through portraits of 12 iconic figures in fields ranging from music to medicine, to explore what leads certain people to reach their creative heights early in life, whereas others don't uncover their potential until their later years"--Provided by publisher.

"Was Andy Warhol a hoarder? Did Einstein have autism? In this ... evolution of mental health, ... journalist Claudia Kalb gives readers a glimpse into the lives of high-profile historic figures through the lens of modern psychology, weaving groundbreaking research into biographical narratives that are deeply embedded in our culture. From Marilyn Monroe's borderline personality disorder to Charles Darwin's anxiety,Kalb provides ... insight into a broad range of maladies, using historical records and interviews with leading mental health experts, biographers, sociologists, and other specialists"--Provided by publisher.