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You Have Reached Your Destination

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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Lessons from Croesus: The Perils of Blind Trust

This chapter recounts the story of King Croesus and his fateful reliance on an oracle's guidance during critical times. It juxtaposes ancient wisdom with modern technology, illustrating the dangers of blindly trusting sources of information, such as GPS. Through cautionary tales, it emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and situational awareness in decision-making.

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