A review by thebookishgal
Fooled by Randomness: The Hidden Role of Chance in Life and in the Markets by Nassim Nicholas Taleb

3.0

3.5 stars // The beginning was brutal; I wasn't sure I'd finish it. "I just can't," came to mind more than once. But the book picked up toward the end and I didn't mind the author's snark (pretentiousness?) once we got there. Looks like a lot of reviewers took issue with the author's tone, which is understandable. But I didn't mind it so much as the book progressed. That being said, I'd have a hard time recommending this to anyone. It's definitely not an easy crowd pleaser. But I'm glad I've read it, if that makes any sense. I'm sure there are more accessible books out there on randomness, and if you find one, maybe read that one instead?