Steven Johnson

Steven Johnson is a TED speaker who has written 1 quality-verified book, paired here with their talks.

Called a "gifted storyteller and deep thinker" by the New York Times, Steven Johnson is a leading authority on innovation. His books, podcasts and television series have explored the stories of some of the most crucial breakthroughs in the history of health, medicine and technology. He is the bestselling author of 13 books, including The Ghost Map, his acclaimed study of the 1854 cholera epidemic, and Where Good Ideas Come From. He also hosted and co-created the Emmy Award-winning PBS/BBC series How We Got To Now and is the current host of the podcast American Innovations. He writes regularly for the New York Times Magazine and WIRED. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, and Marin County, California, with his wife and three sons.

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What books has Steven Johnson written?

Steven Johnson has written 1 book in the Books Worth Reading catalogue: "Where Good Ideas Come From". It is quality-verified and paired with their TED talk.

What does Steven Johnson write about?

Steven Johnson's books on Books Worth Reading cover Personal Development.

What is Steven Johnson known for?

Steven Johnson has established himself as one of contemporary culture's most compelling voices on how ideas emerge, spread, and transform society. His distinctive approach combines rigorous historical research with narrative flair, allowing readers to discover the hidden connections that link seemin...

What is Steven Johnson's TED talk?

Steven Johnson's most-watched TED talk is "Where good ideas come from" (2010). It is paired with their book on Books Worth Reading.