Thinking, Fast and Slow

Daniel Kahneman (author)

Paperback Published on: 10/05/2012

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Synopsis

Drawing on a lifetime’s experimental experience, Kahneman reveals where we can and cannot trust our intuitions and how we can tap into the benefits of slow thinking.

The phenomenal New York Times Bestseller by Nobel Prize-winner Daniel Kahneman, Thinking Fast and Slow offers a whole new look at the way our minds work, and how we make decisions.

Why is there more chance we'll believe something if it's in a bold type face?

Why are judges more likely to deny parole before lunch?

Why do we assume a good-looking person will be more competent?

The answer lies in the two ways we make choices: fast, intuitive thinking, and slow, rational thinking. This book reveals how our minds are tripped up by error and prejudice (even when we think we are being logical), and gives you practical techniques for slower, smarter thinking. It will enable to you make better decisions at work, at home, and in everything you do.

‘It is an outstanding book, distinguished by beauty and clarity of detail, precision of presentation and gentleness of manner.’ – The Guardian

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
ISBN: 9780141033570
Number of pages: 624
Weight: 425g
Dimensions: 199 x 130 x 28 mm

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Good at times, but not fantastic

have read a fair number of books on behavioural economics in the past and was really looking forward to reading this one. It is a good book, a lot of what... READ MORE

Half Man Half Book

A Brief Summary and Review

*A full executive summary of this book is available at newbooksinbrief dot com. The adage ‘you are what you eat’ is no doubt literally true, but when it c... READ MORE

popscipopulizer

Thinking, Fast and Slow

I loved reading this book, as I decided not to do Psychology as an AS I've decided to read books on the subject that would help me in my life. This book ha... READ MORE

HayJayxx

What you see is not all there is

The important premise of this thought provoking book is that the human mind is far less rational than we are led to believe. This is partly due to evolutio... READ MORE

Tim Dumble

Not what I expected - but well worth while

This book was mentioned during an online conversation with some colleagues on the subject of what's "natural" and what's "familiar", so I was expecting the... READ MORE

mljhilton

Thinking, fast and slow

Kahneman's book is accessible, but best read slow to let a lot of counter-intuitive ideas sink in. It's tempting to read fast, as it is engaging.

GordonAgnew

Largely Gripping and Always Interesting

I found this largely fascinating. Understanding how our brain works to code information and make decisions is quite the trip. Kahenman makes it easy for th... READ MORE

Katy Wheatley

Thinking, Fast and Slow

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