Why We're Wrong About Nearly Everything: A Theory of Human Misunderstanding by Bobby Duffy

Why We're Wrong About Nearly Everything

A leading social researcher reveals why people consistently misjudge the world around them.

How common is harassment? What share of the population are immigrants? How severe is unemployment? Despite their importance, most people get these facts wrong. Studies show widespread misunderstanding of global issues, unaffected by age, gender, or education. Even with vast online information, accurate knowledge remains elusive.

Bobby Duffy explores beyond cognitive bias and fake news, presenting research from over forty countries. He explains how society fosters these misconceptions, why they persist, and what they reveal about our beliefs.

Facts matter even if we don’t always grasp them. Why We're Wrong About Nearly Everything is essential reading for those seeking clearer insight into human perception.