The Shortest History of Innovation
Narrated by Richard Trinder
- Released
- Releases November 3, 2026
- Length
- 5 hrs 30 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Tantor Media
In The Shortest History of Innovation, bestselling author Andrew Leigh explores the fundamental forces—tinkering, teams, and trade—that drive human creativity and scientific progress. Drawing on history, economics, and his experience as a policymaker, he reveals how ideas develop, spread, and evolve across disciplines and borders. This engaging and concise narrative offers a fresh perspective on the origins of innovation and its ongoing impact on our world.
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