11 Dec
2006
11 Dec
'06
6:36 a.m.
Esben Stien wrote:
Dave Phillips <dlphillips(a)woh.rr.com> writes:
You're talking about talent and physical prowess. They are not
synonymous with genius.
Neither is intelligence any index of genius.
Ascribing "art" as a qualifier to any endeavor simply reduces the
accuracy and meaning of the term.
Best,
dp
A phenomenal level of practiced mechanical or
gymnastic ability
doesn't represent genius to me.
I'm not sure if I understand you correct, but first person action is
an art and requires intelligence and the ability to think very quick
and structured.
Taking down and outsmarting a whole platoon is an art.
The way you move and think has artistic value.