Michael Lewis
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Acclaimed author Michael Lewis shines a spotlight on two
Israeli psychologists-- Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky—whose work formed the
basis of behavioral economics which focused on patterns of human irrationality:
the ways that our minds consistently fool us. Behavioral economics itself is
not a major part of the book. Instead,
Lewis sets about learning more about the psychologists, with the book written
as a joint biography of Kahneman and Tversky, and a discussion of their ideas
and complicated relationship.
Carrie Fisher
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Best known for her role as Princess Leia in Star Wars, Carrie Fisher was famously candid
about her life in the entertainment business, and particularly her struggles
with mental illness and substance abuse.
In her memoir, released just before her death in December, Fisher drew
from personal journals written during the 1977 filming of the movie. At times hilarious and awkward (she recounts
her affair with co-star Harrison Ford), Fisher’s writing is smart and
sharp-tongued—a final contribution from a funny and spirited woman.
Luvvie Ajayi
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A compilation of humorous essays written by the
enormously popular blogger, I’m Judging
You sets out to explore our collective fixations in popular culture while
offering help in the form of a modern-day handbook on pop culture
etiquette. Named one of the best books
of 2016 by NPR, Luvvie Ajayi provides necessary advice for the digitally
connected with her razor-sharp wit and unique perspective.
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