Edward de Bono
Nato: May 19, 1933 – Valletta, Malta
Edward de Bono was a Maltese physician, psychologist, and author renowned for pioneering the concept of lateral thinking and for creating the influential Six Thinking Hats method. He wrote over 60 books on creative and conceptual thinking, with his work translated into more than 36 languages, impacting education, business, and problem-solving worldwide.
Biografia e Percorso dell'Autore
Edward de Bono was born on May 19, 1933, in Valletta, Malta, into a family deeply rooted in academia and public service. His father was a professor of medicine, and his mother, a journalist and political activist, played a pivotal role in securing voting rights for women on the island. From a young age, de Bono demonstrated remarkable independence and intellect, entering boarding school at seven and graduating from St. Edward’s College, Malta, at the age of fifteen. His prodigious talents led him to the Royal University of Malta, where he completed a B.Sc. and M.D. by the age of 22. Awarded a Rhodes Scholarship, he went on to Oxford to earn a master’s degree in psychology and physiology, followed by a D.Phil. in medicine, and later, a Ph.D. from Cambridge.
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"Edward de Bono is regarded as the father of lateral thinking and a pioneer in creative thinking theory"
— Penguin Books
"Edward de Bono is credited with shaping modern techniques for innovation through his idea of lateral thinking"
— Toolshero
"Edward de Bono has written extensively on the power of creative thinking and how it can be systematically taught"
— Goodreads
"Edward de Bono developed the concept of 'Six Thinking Hats', revolutionizing how groups approach problem-solving"
— World of Books
"Edward de Bono's theories on thinking and perception have influenced education and business practices worldwide"
— Biblio
"Edward de Bono is famous for introducing practical methods like 'lateral thinking' to improve problem-solving"
— AZQuotes
"Edward de Bono's books, such as Lateral Thinking and Six Thinking Hats, are considered classics in the field of creative thinking"
— ThriftBooks
"Edward de Bono pioneered strategies to enhance creativity and effective decision-making in organizations"
— Penguin Books
"Edward de Bono’s work remains central to discussions of innovation, cognition, and educational reform"
— Toolshero
