Everybody Lies: Big Data, New Data, and What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are
Everybody Lies by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz delves into big data from the internet to uncover what people truly think and do, beyond what they admit in surveys. Using search queries and online behavior, the book reveals surprising insights into politics, relationships, health, and more, offering a fresh perspective on human nature through data science.
About This Book
Everybody Lies examines the power of big data and new data sources, particularly from the internet, to provide insights into human nature. Author Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, a data scientist, draws on vast amounts of online information to explore patterns in behavior and thought.
The book highlights how traditional surveys and self-reports often fall short, while anonymous internet data offers a more honest glimpse into people's true interests, fears, and desires. It covers topics from politics and race to health and sexuality, showing the breadth of revelations possible through data analysis.
Stephens-Davidowitz combines rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling, making complex data concepts understandable for a general audience. The work emphasizes the transformative potential of internet data in understanding society.
Overall, the book argues that by studying what people search for and share online, we can gain unprecedented knowledge about collective and individual psyches, challenging conventional wisdom across various domains.
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