Jumia Books The Certainty Illusion: What You Don’t Know and Why It Matters by Timothy Caulfield

The Certainty Illusion by Timothy Caulfield is a timely and incisive exploration of how misinformation thrives—and why our craving for certainty often leads us astray. In an age of polarized opinions, viral falsehoods, and digital echo chambers, Caulfield challenges readers to confront the limits of their knowledge and embrace intellectual humility.

With wit and clarity, Caulfield dissects the psychological and cultural forces that make us vulnerable to misinformation. He examines how certainty—whether in politics, health, science, or identity—can become a seductive illusion, blinding us to nuance and complexity. From vaccine debates to wellness fads, conspiracy theories to social media bubbles, the book reveals how misinformation spreads and why it sticks.

But The Certainty Illusion is more than a diagnosis—it’s a call to action. Caulfield offers practical strategies for cultivating skepticism, curiosity, and open-mindedness. He encourages readers to ask better questions, seek diverse perspectives, and resist the urge to oversimplify the world around them.

Praised by Dr. Jen Gunter as a book that “will vaccinate you against misinformation,” this is essential reading for anyone navigating today’s chaotic information landscape. Whether you're a student, educator, policymaker, or lifelong learner, The Certainty Illusion will sharpen your thinking and deepen your understanding of what it truly means to know.