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The Encyclopedia of delusions

The Encyclopedia of delusions

a critical scrutiny of current beliefs and conventions
PhilosophyPsychology
Pages
242
Published
1981
Language
English

Synopsis

This encyclopedia explores a wide array of common human delusions and fallacies. It systematically examines the various ways people can be misled in their thinking. The book offers insights into the nature of irrational beliefs and provides a comprehensive guide to understanding these cognitive pitfalls.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeIntellectualThought-Provoking

Genres

Philosophy Psychology

Authors

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Miranda Weston-Smith

Miranda Weston-Smith is an author who explores the fascinating world of what we don't know. Her books, like The Encyclopaedia of Ignorance and The Encyclopedia of Delusions, offer unique perspectives on the limits of knowledge in medicine and other fields.

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Ronald Duncan

Ronald Duncan is an author who moves between fiction and non-fiction. He wrote the novel I Shudder at Your Touch, alongside works like The Encyclopaedia of ignorance, which examines human knowledge and its limits. His writing often combines sharp observation with a touch of humor.