Description
“The Art of Thinking Clearly” is a non-fiction book written by Swiss author Rolf Dobelli. First published in 2011, the book delves into various cognitive biases, logical fallacies, and psychological pitfalls that can lead to poor decision-making and flawed thinking.
In “The Art of Thinking Clearly,” Rolf Dobelli presents a collection of short essays, each focusing on a specific cognitive bias or psychological phenomenon that can influence human reasoning and judgment. The book covers a wide range of topics, including confirmation bias, hindsight bias, availability heuristic, loss aversion, and more.
Dobelli explores how these cognitive biases and fallacies affect our perceptions, decision-making processes, and overall understanding of the world. The book aims to raise awareness about these mental shortcuts and provide readers with strategies to recognize and counteract them.
Each essay in the book is concise and accessible, making it easy for readers to grasp the concepts discussed. The essays are structured to address a specific bias or phenomenon, provide real-life examples, and offer practical advice on how to avoid falling into cognitive traps.
“The Art of Thinking Clearly” is geared towards general readers who are interested in improving their critical thinking skills, avoiding common mental pitfalls, and making more rational decisions. The book’s insights are relevant to various aspects of life, from personal finance and business to relationships and everyday choices.
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