Thinking Without Illusions

Why do some arguments sound convincing even when they are weak?
Why do beliefs often feel certain long before they are carefully examined?

Thinking Without Illusions explores the hidden patterns of faulty reasoning that quietly shape what people believe. These patterns, known as logical fallacies, do not usually appear as obvious mistakes. They often sound confident, familiar, emotional, or reassuring. That is why they are so effective.

This book explains twenty-five of the most common logical...