Fooled by randomness : the hidden role of chance in life and in the markets
- 316 pages
- 12 hours of reading
This is a book about luck. More specifically, it is a book about how we perceive luck, twist it around and regard it as intention or purpose.
Nicholas Taleb Nassim Book order (chronological)
Nassim Nicholas Taleb is a thinker who delves into uncertainty, randomness, and our flawed perception of the world. His work grapples with profound questions about how we make decisions when faced with incomplete information and how systems can evolve to thrive amidst disorder. Taleb blends philosophical inquiry with practical insights gleaned from his time as a risk-taker, offering readers a unique perspective on navigating a complex and unpredictable world. His writings challenge us to reconsider the fundamental nature of risk and probability.
'The Black Swan' is a concept that will change the way you look at the world. Black Swans underlie almost everything, from the rise of religions, to events in our own personal lives. Nassim Taleb explains everything we know about what we don't know, and shows us how to face the world.
The Black Swan. Fooled by Randomness (2 Books in 1)
- 682 pages
- 24 hours of reading
The hidden role of of chance in life and in the markets.The impact of the highly improbable