Spark

In her captivating audiobook, Claudia Kalb examines the divergent paths of extraordinary individuals like Yo-Yo Ma, Maya Angelou, and Bill Gates to explore the nature of talent and creativity. Through a blend of storytelling and insightful research, she delves into the lives of 13 remarkable figures, probing what distinguishes prodigies from late bloomers. By analyzing when and how these individuals found their creative calling, Kalb uncovers the complex interplay between innate ability and life experiences that leads to genius.