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The Irrational Ape : Why We Fall for Disinformation, Conspiracy Theory and Propaganda

by David Robert Grimes
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Critical thinking guide to avoid misinformation pitfalls.

This book is essential for those who want to improve their critical thinking skills and avoid common mistakes that lead to false conclusions. The author provides fascinating examples and case studies that illustrate how flawed logic and misinformation can have serious consequences, from the Chinese sparrow extermination to the Soviet missile attack incident. Readers will learn how to apply scientific methods and critical thinking techniques to everyday decisions and global challenges such as climate change or conspiracy theories. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to be better equipped to navigate the complex and often deceptive information landscape of our times.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Irrational Ape : Why We Fall for Disinformation, Conspiracy Theory and Propaganda

by David Robert Grimes
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ISBN: 9781471178283
Author: David Robert Grimes
Publisher: Simon & Schuster UK
Date of Publication: 2020-06-11
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Science, Personal Development, Philosophy, Sociology, Politics
Related Topics: Psychology, Personal Development, Psychology, Politics, Society, Sociology
Goodreads rating: 4.27
(rated by 882 readers)

Description

人間を他の動物と分けるものは、「思考力」だ。何が正しく、何が嘘かを見抜き、判断を下す。──はずなのだが、実際は人間は情報を読み間違い、だまされ、偏見や無知によって、誤った判断を下しがちだ。なぜこのようなことが起こるのか？物理学者でガン研究者、科学ジャーナリストとして、あらゆる種類の間違った判断を見てきた著者が、旧ソ連から中国、アメリカ、オーストラリア、イギリス、アフリカなど全世界の実例を挙げながら、まどわされずに思考するために何に気をつければいいのかを説く。読むうちに、頭がクリアになり、世界がくっきり見えてくる。
 

Critical thinking guide to avoid misinformation pitfalls.

This book is essential for those who want to improve their critical thinking skills and avoid common mistakes that lead to false conclusions. The author provides fascinating examples and case studies that illustrate how flawed logic and misinformation can have serious consequences, from the Chinese sparrow extermination to the Soviet missile attack incident. Readers will learn how to apply scientific methods and critical thinking techniques to everyday decisions and global challenges such as climate change or conspiracy theories. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to be better equipped to navigate the complex and often deceptive information landscape of our times.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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