b1 iNEW YORK TIMESi BESTSELLER - A bold work from thei iauthor of iThe Black Swan ithat challenges many of our long-held beliefs about risk and reward, politics and religion, finance and personal responsibilityb p In his most provocative and practical book yet, b bone of the foremost thinkers of our time redefines what it means to understand the world, succeed in a profession, contribute to a fair and just society, detect nonsense, and influence others. Citing examples ranging from Hammurabi to Seneca, Antaeus the Giant to Donald Trump, Nassim Nicholas Taleb shows how the willingness to accept one's own risks is an essential attribute of heroes, saints, and flourishing people in all walks of life. p As always both accessible and iconoclastic, Taleb challenges long-held beliefs about the values of those who spearhead military interventions, make financial investments, and propagate religious faiths. Among his insights p b- For social justice, focus on symmetry and risk sharing. bYou can