Book · 2008 · Science
The Noble Lie
When Scientists Give the Right Answers for the Wrong Reasons
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And he has a very powerful book called The Noble lie which I recommend where he talks about how people self-sup the truth.
Why people recommend it
The Noble Lie by Gary Greenberg is a thought-provoking book that examines the psychological and social mechanisms behind how people self-suppress the truth and embrace comforting falsehoods for a perceived higher good. On EconTalk, host Russ Roberts repeatedly recommended the book, noting how it brilliantly captures the human tendency to maintain strong public positions even when confronted with contrary evidence. Roberts highlighted the text during discussions about modern misinformation and the complexities of public discourse, praising the author's ability to unpack why individuals tell themselves noble lies. Through these podcast recommendations, the book was established as a vital exploration of intellectual dishonesty, cognitive bias, and the societal pressures that discourage open truth-seeking.
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Russ Roberts and he has a very powerful book called The Noble lie which I recommend where he talks about how people self… 2
“and he has a very powerful book called The Noble lie which I recommend where he talks about how people self-sup the truth”
“There's a book by Gary Greenberg, which I love. I I've interviewed Gary a couple of times, and I I don't think I've interviewed him explicitly on the book, although issues from the book came up. It's called The Noble Lie.”
