First published 2012
When life knocks you down, most things crumble. But some, like the mythic hydra, only grow stronger. Acclaimed author Nassim Nicholas Taleb reveals the revolutionary concept of 'antifragility' - the ability to gain from disorder, volatility, and risk. From the human body to the evolution of species, Taleb shows how embracing uncertainty can make us more resilient and adaptable. At the heart of this bold vision lies a simple truth: what is fragile fears change, but what is antifragile actually thrives on it.
Genres: science, philosophy, psychology, non-fiction, 21st-century, academic
Vibes: analytical, insightful, thought-provoking
Tropes: paradigm-shift, unconventional-thinking
426 pages · Hardcover · Random House