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About the Book:

In Thinking, Fast and Slow, Nobel laureate Daniel Kahneman takes readers on an enlightening journey through the complexities of the human mind. He introduces the two systems that drive our thinking: System 1, which is fast, intuitive, and emotional, and System 2, which is slower, more deliberative, and more logical. Kahneman delves into the extraordinary capabilities of fast thinking while also exposing its inherent faults and biases. He reveals how intuitive impressions significantly influence our thoughts and behaviors, highlighting the pervasive impact of cognitive biases such as loss aversion and overconfidence on everything from corporate strategies to personal decision-making.

Kahneman’s exploration extends to the difficulties of predicting future happiness, the challenges of framing risks correctly in various contexts, and the profound effects these cognitive biases have on activities like investing in the stock market or planning vacations. Engaging readers in a lively conversation, Kahneman illuminates when we can trust our intuitions and when we need to rely on slow thinking. He offers practical insights and techniques to mitigate the mental glitches that often lead us astray, transforming the way we approach thinking in both business and personal realms.

• Language: English
• Author: Daniel Kahneman
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 512
• ISBN: 9780141033570
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