The Black Swan: Second Edition: The Impact of the Highly Improbable: With a new section: "On Robustness and Fragility"
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Format
Pocketbok
Sidor
444
Språk
Engelska
Publicerad
May 11, 2010
Förlag
Random House Publishing Group
Utgåva
2
ISBN-10
081297381X
ISBN-13
9780812973815
Beskrivning
Nassim Nicholas Taleb explores the intriguing concept of the unexpected and how it profoundly influences human life and society. Through a thought-provoking lens, he delves into the nature of improbable events, shedding light on why such occurrences often catch individuals and institutions off guard. His insights invite readers to reconsider their understanding of risk and uncertainty, challenging them to embrace the unpredictable as an integral part of existence.
In this second edition, Taleb enriches the discussion with a new section focused on the themes of robustness and fragility. He vividly illustrates how systems—be they personal, social, or financial—react to unforeseen shocks. By elaborating on the dynamics of resilience against volatility, he provides a framework for navigating a world filled with uncertainties.
Ultimately, Taleb's work urges readers to adopt a mindset that not only acknowledges the limitations of prediction but also appreciates the potential benefits of the improbable. By doing so, one can cultivate a more adaptive and thoughtful approach to life's inherent unpredictability.
In this second edition, Taleb enriches the discussion with a new section focused on the themes of robustness and fragility. He vividly illustrates how systems—be they personal, social, or financial—react to unforeseen shocks. By elaborating on the dynamics of resilience against volatility, he provides a framework for navigating a world filled with uncertainties.
Ultimately, Taleb's work urges readers to adopt a mindset that not only acknowledges the limitations of prediction but also appreciates the potential benefits of the improbable. By doing so, one can cultivate a more adaptive and thoughtful approach to life's inherent unpredictability.
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