This text explores the intricacies of human thought, particularly the interplay between intuitive and deliberate reasoning.
It introduces System 1, which operates quickly and automatically, and System 2, which is slower and more reflective.
The work investigates biases and errors in judgment and decision-making, like the impact of cognitive ease and the availability heuristic.
It also examines how people evaluate risk, make predictions, and experience happiness.
The book further scrutinizes the fallacies to which these systems can lead, such as overconfidence and neglect of base rates.
Ultimately, the text considers how to improve decision-making by recognizing the limitations and strengths of both systems, and the various contexts in which they operate.