First published 1981
Renowned psychologist Daniel Kahneman reveals the surprising shortcuts our minds take when facing ambiguity. From medical diagnoses to financial gambles, his incisive studies expose the systematic flaws in human judgment. Vivid examples and cutting-edge research illuminate the mental blind spots that lead us astray, often at great cost. Yet Kahneman also offers tested techniques to overcome these biases, empowering readers to make wiser choices in a world of uncertainty.
Genres: science, psychology, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: analytical, informative, thought-provoking
Tropes: expert-analysis, research-driven
555 pages · Hardcover · Cambridge University Press