The Psychology of Stupidity: Explained by Some of the World's Smartest People by Jean-Francois Marmion

Discover The Psychology of Stupidity: Explained by Some of the World's Smartest People by Jean-Francois Marmion, a captivating paperback that explains why intelligence doesn't immunize us from folly. Ideal for parents, teachers, students, and curious readers, this BRAND NEW edition turns everyday mistakes into insightful lessons about how our minds work—and how to outsmart our own biases. As Steven Pinker, psychologist and bestselling author of Rationality, puts it: "We need books like this one," a testament to the book's timely relevance and clear explanations from top thinkers about human error and decision-making.

Titles in this Set: The Psychology of Stupidity: Explained by Some of the World's Smartest People by Jean-Francois Marmion

Condition: BRAND NEW • Format: Paperback • ISBN: 9781529053869

Inside this paperback

Delve into perspectives from renowned minds such as Daniel Kahneman, Dan Ariely, Alison Gopnik, Howard Gardner, Antonio Damasio, Aaron James, and Ryan Holiday, plus a Nobel Prize winner, to uncover why intelligent people sometimes embrace nonsense and how our brains can misfire in demanding situations. The book explores how cognitive biases steer choices, why debate with certainty can be a trap, and how media manipulation and information overload influence what we deem true. It translates dense research into approachable insights you can apply in daily life, at home, in the classroom, or in thoughtful conversations with friends and family.

Key themes include:

• Why smart people sometimes believe in utter nonsense
• How our lazy brains lead to wrong decisions
• How to avoid the pitfall of arguing with fools
• Media manipulation and internet overstimulation shaping our perceptions
• Why the least self-aware often underestimate their own stupidity

Designed for the curious reader who loves a thoughtful exploration of behavior, this paperback edition serves as a practical guide to better thinking, better dialogue, and sharper judgment in a world saturated with information.

Why this book stands out

With contributions from globally respected thinkers and insights drawn from behavioral science, this work offers a distinctive lens on everyday folly. It’s trusted by parents, teachers, and readers who value clear explanations of complex ideas, and it benefits from Marmion’s accessible storytelling that makes cognitive science relevant to real life.

Use cases range from bedtime reading and personal growth to classroom discussions and book clubs. It also makes a thoughtful gift for anyone fascinated by psychology, decision-making, or how we can think more clearly in an age of rapid information flow.

Whether you’re a parent guiding children through media literacy, a teacher fostering critical thinking, or a reader who loves exploring how minds work, this paperback makes the science of stupidity approachable and actionable. It’s a timeless addition to any book collection and a meaningful gift for curious minds, with practical takeaways that empower smarter thinking and smarter conversations in everyday life.