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The Irrational Ape : Why We Fall for Disinformation, Conspiracy Theory and Propaganda, Paperback / softback Book

The Irrational Ape : Why We Fall for Disinformation, Conspiracy Theory and Propaganda Paperback / softback

Paperback / softback

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THE IRISH TIMES TOP FIVE BESTSELLER 'A beautifully reasoned book about our own unreasonableness' Robin Ince In 1983, the reasoning of one unsung Russian narrowly averted nuclear war, proving that critical thinking can save the world.

Today, facing unprecedented tides of disinformation, we’re frequently misled, to our detriment.

The Irrational Ape explores the reasons why we get things so wrong, illustrated with incredible stories from the comical to the catastrophic.   With a cast including murderous popes, conspiracy theorists, snake-oil salesmen, dubious celebrities and superstitious pigeons, The Irrational Ape delves into how reasoning errors, skewed perceptions and even our own psychology render us so susceptible to falsehood – and how we can improve our reasoning to ensure we avoid being taken in.    

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