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'The Demon-Haunted World: Science as a Candle in the Dark' by Carl Sagan explores the importance of critical thinking, skepticism, and the scientific method in a world filled with pseudoscience, superstition, and misinformation. Sagan delves into topics such as alien encounters, faith healing, witchcraft, and religion, advocating for a rigorous application of scientific principles to combat ignorance and irrational beliefs. Through a series of essays, Sagan challenges readers to question popular myths and encourages a rational, evidence-based approach to understanding the world around us.
It was a blustery fall day in 1939. In the streets outside the apartment building, fallen leaves were swirling in little whirlwinds, each with a life of its own. It was good to be inside and warm and ...- #2
Save:"Thinking, Fast and Slow" by Daniel Kahneman is a comprehensive study on human thought processes, highlighting how individuals are prone to cognitive illusions and biases. The book delves into the concept of two systems of thinking - one fast and intuitive, the other slow and analytical - and explores how these systems impact decision-making in various aspects of life, including business and personal choices. Kahneman skillfully combines decades of research in psychology and economics to provide insights into human behavior, emphasizing the importance of understanding our cognitive tendencies to make better decisions.
Your experience as you look at the woman’s face seamlessly combines what we normally call seeing and intuitive thinking. As surely and quickly as you saw that the young woman’s hair is dark, you knew ... - #3
Save:'The Art of Thinking Clearly' by Rolf Dobelli explores the various cognitive errors and biases that affect our daily decision-making processes. Through 99 short chapters, the author delves into common thinking fallacies, such as the sunk cost fallacy, social proof, reciprocity, and the contrast effect. Dobelli uses real-life examples and anecdotes to illustrate these biases, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of how our minds can lead us astray in different situations. The writing style is engaging and insightful, presenting complex psychological concepts in a digestible and relatable manner.
Gil wants to lose weight. He selects a particular diet and checks his progress on the scale every morning. If he has lost weight, he pats himself on the back and considers the diet a success. If he ha... 'The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe' by Steven Novella is a comprehensive guide to critical thinking and scientific skepticism. It aims to educate readers on how to question and evaluate information, challenging myths, conspiracy theories, and pseudoscience. covers various topics such as logical fallacies, memory, perception, and cognitive biases, providing real-world examples and practical advice on how to approach different viewpoints. Through clear language and organized structure, the book delves into the importance of being open-minded, humble, and willing to change one's beliefs based on evidence.
You are reading the Skeptics’ Guide because we advocate the overall worldview known as scientific skepticism. There can be a lot of confusion about what it means to be a skeptic, however. What do we d...- #5
Save:'Factfulness' by Hans Rosling is a thought-provoking book that challenges the reader's misconceptions about the world. Through clear-eyed analysis and compelling storytelling, Rosling presents data and statistics that reveal a more optimistic view of global progress. The book emphasizes the importance of looking at facts objectively, avoiding biases, and understanding the true state of the world. Rosling's writing style is engaging, informative, and accessible, making complex topics like public health statistics and cognitive biases relatable to readers.
“What is the child mortality rate in Saudi Arabia? Don’t raise your hands. Just shout it out.” I had handed out copies of tables 1 and 5 from UNICEF’s yearbook. The handouts looked dull, but I was exc... In 'Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know', author Adam M. Grant explores the importance of adopting a scientific mindset in order to challenge one's own beliefs and remain open to new evidence. Grant emphasizes the value of humility, doubt, and open-mindedness in the pursuit of truth, highlighting the need to continuously rethink and update our beliefs. Through engaging examples and studies, the book delves into the cognitive skills of rethinking and unlearning, offering insights on how to navigate disagreements, change deeply held opinions, and persuade others effectively.
You probably don’t recognize his name, but Mike Lazaridis has had a defining impact on your life. From an early age, it was clear that Mike was something of an electronics wizard. By the time he turne...Readers have found 'How to Read a Book' by Mortimer J. Adler to be a classic guide to intelligent reading, offering instructions on how to read more critically, spot themes, and develop a deeper understanding of the material. The book is described as a philosophical analysis of learning through books, providing insights on different levels of reading and understanding. Some readers appreciate the book for its extensive reading list and its ability to challenge readers to think critically and become better readers.
This is a book for readers and for those who wish to become readers. Particularly, it is for readers of books. Even more particularly, it is for those whose main purpose in reading books is to gain in...- #8
Save:"Bad Science" by Ben Goldacre is a compelling and informative exploration of how science is misrepresented in the media and manipulated by various industries. Goldacre debunks pseudoscientific claims and exposes the flaws in studies and reporting, covering topics such as homeopathy, vaccination scares, and misleading health claims. Through a mix of humor and sharp analysis, the author highlights the importance of critical thinking and scientific literacy in navigating the barrage of misinformation in today's society.
Goldacre's writing style is engaging and accessible, making complex scientific concepts and statistical tricks understandable to a wide audience. The book provides readers with the tools to distinguish between good and bad science, encouraging skepticism towards sensationalized headlines and dubious health claims. With a mix of outrage and humor, Goldacre challenges readers to question the validity of scientific information presented in the media and empowers them to make informed decisions about their health and well-being.
This experiment involves electricity and water. In a world of hurricane hunters and volcanologists, we must accept that everyone sets their own level of risk tolerance. You might well give yourself a ... 'The Scout Mindset: Why Some People See Things Clearly and Others Don't' by Julia Galef explores the concept of Scout Mindset versus Soldier Mindset, emphasizing the importance of intellectual honesty and objective reasoning. Through practical advice and engaging writing, the author guides readers on how to approach truth-seeking like a scout approaches map-making, rather than falling into the trap of motivated reasoning associated with the soldier mindset. delves into cognitive biases, human reasoning tendencies, and the necessity of acknowledging fallibility to foster productive discourse and sound decision-making.
In 1894, a cleaning lady in the German embassy in France found something in a wastebasket that would throw the entire country into chaos. It was a torn-up memorandum—and the cleaning lady was a French...- #10
Save:'Calling Bullshit: The Art of Skepticism in a Data-Driven World' by Carl T. Bergstrom and Jevin West delves into how the online world, modern graphics, Big Data, AI, and academic publishing contribute to the challenge of discerning truth. It covers topics like visual displays of data, replication and reproducibility concerns, and the fallacies that can arise when using data to support arguments. The authors aim to immunize readers against BS, particularly focusing on quantitative variety, and provide tips on spotting and refuting misinformation.
The writing style of the book is described as having a light touch, clever writing, and fun examples while addressing serious topics like publication bias, correlation versus causation, and selection biases in data. It educates readers on how to differentiate between legitimate information and misleading statistics, charts, and graphs, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and the ability to refute BS in a data-driven world.
We impose strong social sanctions on liars. If you get caught in a serious lie, you may lose a friend. You may get punched in the nose. You may get sued in a court of law. Perhaps worst of all, your d...
