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The Knowledge Illusion

Why We Never Think Alone
Summary:

The book explores the concept of the "community of knowledge," arguing that individuals rely on collective intelligence and often overestimate their own understanding of complex phenomena. It delves into the cognitive processes behind this illusion, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and shared knowledge in human cognition.

Key points:

1. People often think they understand things better than they actually do, a mistake called the "illusion of understanding."

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