'A much-needed field guide to the limits of our so-called consciousness. McRaney presents a witty case for just how witless we all are.' William Poundstone author of Are You Smart Enough to Work at Google?
Self-described psychology nerd David McRaney is a journalist and twice-recipient of the William Randolph Hearst Award. He runs the popular blog Youarenotsosmart.com. This, his first book, was a run-away success in the US; Penguin US have already commissioned the sequel for a six-figure advance.
‘Want to get smarter quickly? Read this book.’
*David Eagleman, author of The Brain: The Story of You*
‘Simply wonderful. An engaging and useful guide to how our
brilliant brains can go badly wrong.’
*Richard Wiseman, bestselling author of 59 Seconds*
‘Populist and funny.’
*Evening Standard*
‘A much-needed field guide to the limits of our so-called
consciousness. McRaney presents a witty case for just how witless
we all are.’
*William Poundstone, author of How to Predict the
Unpredictable and Are You Smart Enough to Work at
Google?*
‘Every chapter is a welcome reminder that you are not so smart-yet
you're never made to feel dumb. You Are Not So Smart is a dose of
psychology research served in tasty anecdotes that will make you
better understand both yourself and the rest of us. It turns out
we're much more irrational than most of us think, so give yourself
every advantage you can and read this book.’
*Alexis Ohanian - co-founder of Reddit.com*
‘Fascinating... After reading this book, you'll never trust your
brain again.’
*Alex Boese, bestselling author of Elephants on Acid and
Electrified Sheep*
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