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Since the original publication of Nudge more than a decade ago, the title has entered the vocabulary of businesspeople, policy makers, engaged citizens, and consumers everywhere. The book has given rise to more than 200 "nudge units" in governments around the world and countless groups of behavioral scientists in every part of the economy. It has taught us how to use thoughtful "choice architecture" - a concept the authors invented - to help us make better decisions for ourselves, our families, and our society. 

Now, the authors have rewritten the book from cover to cover, making use of their experiences in and out of government over the past dozen years as well as an explosion of new research in numerous academic disciplines. To commit themselves to never undertaking this daunting task again, they are calling this the "final edition". It offers a wealth of new insights, for both its avowed fans and newcomers to the field, about a wide variety of issues that we face in our daily lives - COVID-19, health, personal finance, retirement savings, credit card debt, home mortgages, medical care, organ donation, climate change, and "sludge" (paperwork and other nuisances we don't want and that keep us from getting what we do want) - all while honoring one of the cardinal rules of nudging: make it fun!   

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In his book "Nudge: The Final Edition: Improving Decisions About Money, Health, and the Environment," Nobel Prize-winning economist Richard H. Thaler explores the concept of "nudging" as a way to influence people's behavior in a positive direction. Thaler argues that people are often irrational and make poor decisions, and that nudges can help them make better choices without restricting their freedom.

Thaler provides numerous examples of nudges that have been successfully used to promote healthy eating, saving, and other beneficial behaviors. For instance, he discusses how simply rearranging the order of food items in a cafeteria can lead people to choose healthier options, and how providing people with feedback on their energy usage can encourage them to conserve energy.

Thaler also addresses the ethical concerns that some people have about nudging, arguing that nudges are not manipulative if they are transparent and do not restrict people's freedom. He also emphasizes the importance of testing nudges to ensure that they are effective and do not have unintended consequences.

"Nudge: The Final Edition" is a thought-provoking and informative book that provides a wealth of insights into the psychology of decision-making and the power of nudges to improve people's lives. It is a must-read for anyone interested in behavioral economics, public policy, or simply understanding how people make decisions.