Esben Stien wrote:
Dave Phillips <dlphillips@xxxxxxxxxx> writes:
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.
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
