Mlodinow, Leonard

The Drunkard's Walk: How Randomness Rules Our Lives

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ISBN 13:: 9780141026473
author:: Mlodinow, Leonard
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Penguin
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2009
Pages:: 272
Dimensions:: 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.6 centimetres (0
Genre:: Biology, Life Sciences
Condition:: New
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The Drunkard's Walk: How Randomness Rules Our Lives Leonard Mlodinow reveals the psychological illusions that prevent us from understanding the world around us. From stock-picking to wine-tasting, winning the lottery to road safety, and even how to make sense of a blood test, Mlodinow shows how randomness affects our daily lives. This book is an eye-opening guide to understanding our random world. By exploring the successes of sporting heroes and film stars, as well as the failures of those who fail to understand chance, Mlodinow sheds light on the often-overlooked role of probability in our lives. With a unique blend of science, philosophy, and insight, The Drunkard's Walk offers a fresh perspective on the world we live in. Read The Drunkard's Walk to gain a deeper understanding of the world and how chance shapes our experiences.

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