The Waning of Wisdom

Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-1-009-50287-0
Verlag: Cambridge University Press

Buch, Englisch, 292 Seiten, Format (B × H): 152 mm x 229 mm, Gewicht: 427 g

In an era of rampant misinformation, conspiracy theories, and political polarization, this book confronts the paradox between rational models of human cognition and seemingly irrational behavior. Drawing on cutting-edge research in psychology and other social sciences, it explores practical tools such as fostering digital literacy and cultivating 'wise deliberative spaces' grounded in argument, perspective taking, and moral inquiry. Written for graduate students, researchers, and general readers, E. Michael Nussbaum provides an accessible introduction to contemporary models of reasoning, motivation, and dialogue. With chapters on truth, talk, trust, and thinking, the volume presents a revised model of dual-process theory, linking it to deliberative dialogue while integrating insights from education, communication studies, philosophy, and political science. The result is a timely vision of cautious optimism for navigating today's post-truth challenges.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Nussbaum, E. Michael

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Introduction; 2. The theorem; 3. Themes, memes, and cognitive biases; 4. Talk; 5. Truth; 6. Trust; 7. Thinking; 8. Tinkering; 9. Conclusion.

Über Autor(innen)

Nussbaum, E. Michael
E. Michael Nussbaum is a professor of educational psychology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, USA. He combines expertise in educational and cognitive psychology, public policy, and political studies to advance critical thinking for social reform. Dr Nussbaum has previously served as President of the Educational Psychology Division of the American Psychological Association and is author of Categorical and Nonparametric Data Analysis (2024).