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How We Decide

Jonah Lehrer
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How We Decide

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009

Book Brief

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Jonah Lehrer

How We Decide

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

259

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2000s

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In How We Decide, Jonah Lehrer explores the neuroscience behind decision-making. The book combines case studies, psychology, and cutting-edge research to illustrate how different areas of the brain interact, guiding choices and judgments in various contexts.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

41,441 ratings

66%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jonah Lehrer's How We Decide is lauded for its engaging writing and accessible insights into decision-making processes blending neuroscience and psychology. Critics appreciate its illustrative anecdotes and practical relevance. However, some find it occasionally oversimplified and lacking in depth. Overall, it’s a compelling read for those interested in the mechanics of the human mind.

Who should read this

Who Should Read How We Decide?

A reader with an interest in psychology, decision-making, and neuroscience would enjoy How We Decide by Jonah Lehrer. This book appeals to fans of Malcolm Gladwell's Blink and Daniel Kahneman's Thinking, Fast and Slow, as it combines scientific research with engaging storytelling to explore how our brains make decisions.

4.1

41,441 ratings

66%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

259

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2000s

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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