Gary King

Explore the origins and evolution of the Western mind and its impact on the world in The WEIRDest People in the World. By delving into global psychological diversity, Harvard professor Joseph Henrich illuminates the cultural transformations that led to highly individualistic, nonconformist societies like ours. Drawing on research in anthropology, psychology, economics, and evolutionary biology, Henrich maps the shifts in family structures, marriage, and religion that laid the foundation for the modern world. This highly engaging and provocative investigation reveals the fascinating interplay between culture, institutions, and psychology that shapes human history.

Discover the secrets of human intelligence in The Knowledge Illusion. Cognitive scientists Steven Sloman and Philip Fernbach delve into the idea that our brilliance lies not in our individual knowledge, but in the wealth of information and expertise in the community we live in. They make the case that our ignorance is not a hindrance, but our ability to draw on each other's knowledge is what leads to progress. Explore how we achieve so much despite not understanding so little, and how we can harness the power of collective intelligence to achieve even more.

Discover how we decide who we can trust and what we should believe in Not Born Yesterday. In this intriguing book, Hugo Mercier uses findings from political science and psychology to debunk the myth of widespread gullibility. He shows that we are equipped with sophisticated cognitive mechanisms that enable us to filter out harmful beliefs and change our minds when presented with evidence. Even when we fail, it's more likely a blip in our cognitive mechanisms than a symptom of general gullibility. Not Born Yesterday explains how we can filter the flow of information around us even more effectively.

Discover the groundbreaking advancements in Artificial Intelligence and its potential to revolutionize our future. From job markets to lethal autonomous weapons, Max Tegmark explores the complex implications of AI on society and our very sense of being human. As an MIT professor, Tegmark brings authoritative insight to how we can keep AI beneficial, enhance prosperity without leaving people in poverty, and ensure machines do what we want. Join the conversation about the most controversial issues in AI, including superintelligence and the meaning of consciousness. This essential read provides the tools to shape the AI future we want.

Explore the roots of moral judgments and human cooperation in this groundbreaking book. Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt challenges conventional thinking about morality, politics, and religion, showing how gut feelings, not reason, drive our moral beliefs. Discover why liberals, conservatives, and libertarians have such different intuitions about right and wrong, and why each side is right about significant issues. The Righteous Mind is a must-read for anyone looking to trade in anger for understanding and gain a deeper insight into our eternal divisions and conflicts.