elementary221b 's review for:

Nudge: Improving Decisions about Health, Wealth, and Happiness by Richard H. Thaler, Cass R. Sunstein

4.0

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My first 'econ' book in a while and I enjoyed it thoroughly. The book is more behavioral decision making and advocates for using 'nudges' that encourage people to choose better. It was interesting to read about what the authors term 'libertarian paternalism' and how such policies can lead to better outcomes when implemented carefully. I especially enjoyed seeing the stories and examples of how humans (v. econs) are easily biases, blunders, etc. and can benefit from carefully thought out choice architecture. Recommend the book highly, even if all it does is get you to more carefully save more for tomorrow.