Not Born Yesterday
The Science of Who We Trust and What We Believe
Hugo Mercier
The book challenges the notion that humans are gullible and easily manipulated by presenting evidence that people are actually quite adept at evaluating information and the trustworthiness of its sources. It delves into the cognitive mechanisms behind how we process communication and persuasion, arguing that our social intelligence plays a crucial role in discerning truth from deception.
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