Factfulness. Book Summary

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Hans Rosling

What’s inside

Factfulness reveals the ten instincts that distort our perspective, showing that the world is better than we think when we rely on facts.

You’ll Learn

  • Improving critical thinking skills
  • Understanding data and statistics better
  • Gaining a positive perspective on global development
  • Learning to make more fact-based decisions

Key Points

  • The Gap Instinct: Recognizing False Divides
  • The Negativity Instinct: Overcoming Pessimism Bias
  • The Straight Line Instinct: Understanding Non-linear Progress
  • The Fear Instinct: Separating Fear from Risk
  • The Size Instinct: Getting Proportions Right
  • The Generalization Instinct: Avoiding Sweeping Statements
  • The Urgency Instinct: Evaluating Action Without Panic

Who’s it For

  • Students of social sciences
  • Data enthusiasts
  • Individuals interested in global trends
  • Optimists seeking affirmation
  • Pessimists looking for a new viewpoint

About the author

Hans Rosling was a renowned Swedish physician, academic, statistician, and public speaker known for his captivating data presentations.