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Risk: The Science and Politics of Fear
Risk: The Science and Politics of Fear
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In this ground-breaking, compulsively readable book, Dan Gardner shows how our flawed strategies for perceiving risk influence our lives, often with unforeseen and sometimes-tragic consequences. He throws light on our paranoia about everything from paedophiles to terrorism and reveals how the most significant threats are actually the mundane risks to which we pay little attention.
Speaking to psychologists and scientists, as well as looking at the influence of the media and politicians, Gardner uncovers one of the central puzzles of our time: why are the safest people in history living in a culture of fear?
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One Line Summary
Explores the psychology behind modern fear and risk perception.
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Who is this book for?
If you're curious about why we fear certain risks while ignoring others, this book offers a compelling look into how media, politics, and cognition shape our fears. Dan Gardner's insights reveal the surprising truths about the real dangers and how our perceptions are often mismatched with reality. It's a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in understanding the roots of modern anxiety.