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Deceit and Self-Deception
Book • 2011
In 'The Folly of Fools', Robert Trivers explores the evolutionary reasons behind self-deception, arguing that it evolved to better deceive others.
The book delves into various examples from biology, psychology, and history to illustrate how self-deception plays a significant role in human behavior.
Trivers discusses how self-deception can lead to both personal and societal consequences, impacting areas such as relationships, politics, and war.
The book delves into various examples from biology, psychology, and history to illustrate how self-deception plays a significant role in human behavior.
Trivers discusses how self-deception can lead to both personal and societal consequences, impacting areas such as relationships, politics, and war.
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Mentioned by Jordan Peterson as one of Dr. Trivers' popular books.
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270. Deception and Psychopathy | Robert Trivers
