Why We Lie
David Livingstone Smith
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Why We Lie
Published
2007
Publisher
St. Martin's Press
Pages
256
ISBN-13
9781466821507
Subjects
Leadership and Self Deception
The elephant in the brain
Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me)
The disowned self
Bright-sided
The honest truth about dishonesty
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Why We Lie?
This edition of Why We Lie has approximately 256 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Why We Lie?
For most readers, Why We Lie typically takes between 5h 20m and 3h 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 64,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 64,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Why We Lie?
The estimated word count for Why We Lie is approximately 64,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Why We Lie?
Why We Lie was written by David Livingstone Smith.
When was Why We Lie published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2007. The original work may have been published on a different date.