Weaponized Lies: How to Think Critically in the Post-Truth Era (2016) by American-Canadian cognitive psychologist and neuroscientist Daniel Levitin is a practical guide to critical thinking in an age overwhelmed by misinformation. Originally published as A Field Guide to Lies, the book exposes how falsehoods—especially from pseudo-experts—spread through media and politics, often reinforced by confirmation bias and filter bubbles. Using real-world examples, Levitin illustrates logical fallacies, warns against conflating correlation with causation, and stresses the importance of media literacy. It's a timely call for skepticism, analytical thinking, and informed judgment in the information age.
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