Isaac Asimov's "On Creativity"

Over 50 years ago, science-fiction author Isaac Asimov wrote an essay on creativity, a must-read.

Scientist Arthur Obermayer found Asimov's "On Creativity" while clearing out some old files. Even though the essay was written half a century ago, its contents are highly relevant for today. You should try to read the complete essay, but here are a few of Asimov's ideas on how creativity occurs.