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I'm a reader who enjoys posting comments and recommendations about the books I read. You will not find a synopsis with my recommendations because you can just click on the book title for a link to www.goodreads.com for a synopsis and reviews by other readers. I prefer the 3 Reason format: the reason I chose to read it; the reason I liked (or disliked) the book; and the reason I recommend it.

Sunday, July 08, 2012

The Honest Truth About Dishonesty: How We Lie to Everyone---Especially OurselvesThe Honest Truth About Dishonesty: How We Lie to Everyone---Especially Ourselves by Dan Ariely
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I heard about this book through an interview with the author plus advertisements and recommedations through BN.com and goodreads. I enjoy well-written nonfiction which interprets current social science research.
This book answers a question of who is more dishonest: bankers or politicians. It explores how altruism may contribute to dishonesty. There really is a what-the-hell effect. We poor humans, how easy it is for us to rationalize our impulses!
I recommend this to all readers, and I think this book is an excellent choice for book club discussions.


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