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A lifetime 's worth of wisdom Steven D. Levitt, co-author of Freakonomics.
There have been many good books on human rationality and irrationality, but only one masterpiece. That masterpiece is Thinking, Fast and Slow 'Financial Times
Why is there more chance we 'll believe something if it' s in a bold type face? Why are judges more like 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 terror and prejudice, 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