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The Wisdom of Crowds: Why the Many Are Smarter Than the Few and How Collective Wisdom Shapes Business, Economies, Societies and Nations

Why the Many Are Smarter Than the Few and How Collective Wisdom Shapes Business, Economies, Societies and Nations
Pages
297
Published
2004
Language
English

Synopsis

Discover the surprising power of the collective in James Surowiecki's "The Wisdom of Crowds." This book argues that, contrary to popular belief, large groups are often smarter and more capable of making sound decisions than small, elite groups. Surowiecki uses examples from various fields to illustrate how collective intelligence shapes our world, from business and economics to politics and everyday life.

About the author

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James Surowiecki

James Surowiecki is the author of The Wisdom of Crowds, a book that explores how collective intelligence can lead to better decisions. He's a keen observer of how groups function and how that impacts everything from business to society.