“The Matter With Things” – Review by Takashi Baba

Our memories are often fuzzy and people sometimes make up stories after the fact.  We are governed by irrational biases and can be easily fooled. I like to read books on brain science and behavioral economics and have gathered knowledge on this and that about the brain.  Has it given me the ability to discern what is real or a good guidance to lead a better life?  Unfortunately, I have no such confidence.