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| author = [[Margaret Heffernan]] |
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| pub_date = March 2011 |
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| name = Wilful Blindness: Why We Ignore the Obvious at Our Peril |
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| language = English |
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| publisher = Bloomsbury Publishing |
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'''''Wilful Blindness: Why We Ignore the Obvious at Our Peril''''' is a non-fiction book by businesswoman and writer [[Margaret Heffernan]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Professor Margaret Heffernan |url=https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/COP/Events/National_Conference_Speakers/Professor_Margaret_Heffernan.aspx |access-date=2023-06-16 |website=collegeofparamedics.co.uk}}</ref> The book was first published in 2011 by [[Walker & Company]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=APA PsycNet |url=https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2011-07762-000 |access-date=2023-06-16 |website=psycnet.apa.org |language=en}}</ref> |
'''''Wilful Blindness: Why We Ignore the Obvious at Our Peril''''' is a non-fiction book by businesswoman and writer [[Margaret Heffernan]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Professor Margaret Heffernan |url=https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/COP/Events/National_Conference_Speakers/Professor_Margaret_Heffernan.aspx |access-date=2023-06-16 |website=collegeofparamedics.co.uk}}</ref> The book was first published in 2011 by [[Walker & Company]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=APA PsycNet |url=https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2011-07762-000 |access-date=2023-06-16 |website=psycnet.apa.org |language=en}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 16:25, 16 June 2023
| Author | Margaret Heffernan |
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| Language | English |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
Publication date | March 2011 |
| Pages | 304 |
| ISBN | 9780802777959 |
Wilful Blindness: Why We Ignore the Obvious at Our Peril is a non-fiction book by businesswoman and writer Margaret Heffernan.[1] The book was first published in 2011 by Walker & Company.[2]
Overview
Wilful Blindness delves into the psychology behind why individuals and institutions often choose to ignore or overlook evident, harmful information or truths, even when acknowledging them would lead to better outcomes. Heffernan utilizes a variety of real-world examples, from business scandals to personal anecdotes, to illustrate how and why this phenomenon occurs.[3]
The book covers a range of fields including psychology, history, neuroscience, and social behavior to explain how institutional and individual failure often results from willful blindness. Heffernan discusses various factors that contribute to this phenomenon, such as cognitive dissonance, obedience to authority, and love and fear.[4]
Reception
Wilful Blindness received widespread acclaim for its insightful exploration of a complex psychological phenomenon. The book was a finalist for the Financial Times Best Business Book of the Year in 2011.[5] Critics lauded Heffernan's clear and engaging writing style, as well as the breadth and depth of her research.
Influence and Legacy
Wilful Blindness has had a significant impact in various fields, including business, psychology, and public policy. It has informed discussions about corporate responsibility, leadership, and ethical decision-making.[6]
The term "wilful blindness", while originally a legal concept, has since entered wider public discourse as a result of Heffernan's book, often being used to describe situations where harmful realities are intentionally ignored.[7]
The book continues to be a popular text in business and psychology courses and is frequently cited in discussions about cognitive biases and decision-making.[8]
References
- ^ "Professor Margaret Heffernan". collegeofparamedics.co.uk. Retrieved 2023-06-16.
- ^ "APA PsycNet". psycnet.apa.org. Retrieved 2023-06-16.
- ^ Hill, Andrew (2014-08-13). "Margaret Heffernan, the collaborative capitalist". Financial Times. Retrieved 2023-06-16.
- ^ "We must resist giving in to our biases". www.ft.com. Retrieved 2023-06-16.
- ^ Graphics, FT Interactive. "Wilful Blindness by Margaret Heffernan". FT Business book of the year award. Retrieved 2023-06-16.
- ^ Instone, Sam. "What I'm reading #24: Wilful blindness: why we ignore the obvious at our peril". www.aesinternational.com. Retrieved 2023-06-16.
- ^ "Book Review: Wilful Blindness". The Economic Times. 2012-02-17. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 2023-06-16.
- ^ Chunn, Louise (2017-05-22). "The psychology of passwords: 'You won't change until you've been hacked'". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2023-06-16.