This classic collection, edited by two of the most influential figures in cognitive psychology, brings together landmark research on the processes of human thought. Thinking and Reasoning explores how people draw inferences, test hypotheses, solve problems, and make decisions—often in ways that defy the rules of formal logic. With contributions from leading scholars, the volume examines both the power and the pitfalls of human reasoning, revealing why systematic errors occur and how mental strategies shape our judgments.
From experimental studies of deduction and probability to broader discussions of rationality and cognitive bias, this book set the agenda for decades of research in psychology and beyond. Rigorous yet accessible, it remains an essential resource for students, researchers, and anyone seeking to understand the complex workings of the human mind.