The Black Swan: The Impact of the Highly Improbable
Description
This groundbreaking work explores the profound impact of rare, unpredictable, and high-consequence events—dubbed 'Black Swans'—on history, science, finance, and technology. Nassim Nicholas Taleb argues that these outliers, often dismissed or ignored due to their improbability, are in fact the true drivers of significant change and progress. The book challenges conventional wisdom and statistical models, urging readers to acknowledge the limits of our knowledge and prepare for the unexpected. Taleb's incisive prose and thought-provoking analysis offer a powerful new framework for understanding the world and navigating its inherent uncertainties.
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paperback
Random House
Published Jan 1, 2007
366 pages
ISBN: 9781400063512
paperback
Random House
Published Apr 17, 2007
406 pages
ISBN: 9781400063510
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First Published
2007
Language
eng
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