What is the author's tone in the nonfiction book, Thinking, Fast and Slow?

Not surprisingly, the tone of “Thinking, Fast and Slow” is scholarly and erudite. Author Kahneman goes to great lengths in presenting theories and concepts and is meticulous in the rich detail he provides. Although the topics covered will be above the pay-grade of most readers, Kahneman is able to convey very technical and specialized information in a way that will be largely understandable by most readers – even if some of it has to be read more than once!

A kindness and empathetic tone comes through during Kahneman’s discussions of behavioral research and experimentation. He is a psychologist by trade and along with his obviously compassionate manner, there is the non-judgmental appeal of the scientist who is just reporting the facts. He makes no subjective judgments about the human participants in behavioral testing. He is objective in his conclusions that he presents in an unbiased way.

In the sections that cover behavioral economics, again there is no judgment. He presents the facts and discusses risk-takers and their polar opposite – those who are risk-averse – with the same regard and respect. The term, “gentleman and scholar” comes to mind when reading “Thinking, Fast and Slow.” Kahneman displays an overarching passion for humankind and the goal for better understanding of human thinking with the hope that it will benefit all.