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Ten Reasons We're Wrong about the World--And Why Things Are Better Than You Think
Hans Rosling · 2018 · 448 pages
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About the book
Hans Rosling, renowned statistician and professor, combats the human tendency to see the world as worse than it really is. Through convincing data and engaging stories, the author identifies ten dangerous instincts that distort our global perception—the fear instinct, dramatization and pessimism—and offers techniques to overcome them.
Does not deny the world's real problems, but restores a balanced perspective on our collective progress, showing that many indicators of health, education and well-being are actually improving. An essential antidote to informational anxiety and an invitation to act based on facts, not emotions.
Book details
| Author | Hans Rosling |
|---|---|
| Year of publication | 2018 |
| Pages | 448 |
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