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      Fooled By Randomness

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      Nassim Nicholas Taleb’s “Fooled by Randomness” is a thought-provoking exploration of the role randomness plays in our lives, particularly in the context of financial markets and decision-making. Taleb, a former options trader and risk analyst, challenges the conventional wisdom that often attributes success or failure solely to skill or incompetence. The book delves into the psychological and cognitive biases that lead individuals to misinterpret random events as patterns, leading to misguided attributions of cause and effect. Taleb’s narrative is both philosophical and practical, urging readers to embrace uncertainty and recognize the inherent unpredictability of life.

      Weight 0.269 kg
      Author

      Nassim Nicholas Taleb

      Publisher

      Penguin

      Book Type

      Intellect

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      Non-Fiction

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      Undergrad-Grad

      Categories

      Finance & Economics

      ,

      Philosophy

      Best for

      for individuals involved in investing and trading by highlighting the role of randomness and uncertainty in financial markets.

      Ages

      18+

      Binding

      Paperback

      Edition

      Latest edition (3 May 2007)

      ISBN

      978-0141031484

      Language

      English

      Pages

      269

      Printing Remarks

      Imported

      Dimension

      12.9 x 2.1 x 19.8 cm

      Weight

      0.269 kg

      SKU: AXDBS0987 Categories: , Tags: ,

      “Fooled by Randomness” not only critiques the financial industry’s reliance on flawed models but also serves as a broader meditation on the human tendency to construct narratives to explain outcomes. Taleb introduces the concept of “black swans” – rare, unpredictable events with profound consequences – urging readers to prepare for the unexpected rather than assuming predictability in complex systems. The book’s enduring relevance lies in its ability to provoke introspection about decision-making processes, encouraging individuals to cultivate humility, resilience, and an awareness of the role randomness plays in shaping our lives and the world around us.

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