James Surowiecki

James Surowiecki ( * 1967 in Meriden (Connecticut) ) is an American journalist who became internationally famous with his book The Wisdom of Crowds ( Original title The Wisdom of Crowds ). In this he represents is how decisions of masses can turn out more intelligent self-organization, but also statistical effects than that of individuals. He is editor of The New Yorker.

Works

  • The Wisdom of Crowds. Why groups are smarter than individuals ("The wisdom of crowds "). Bertelsmann, Munich 2005, ISBN 3-570-00687-5.
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