Intelligence: Humanity's Long, Flawed Quest to Measure the Mind

This thought-provoking audiobook delves into the often overlooked history of psychology and the development of intelligence testing, revealing how these methods have influenced social inequality and our understanding of human potential. It explores the origins of psychometrics, its entanglement with eugenics and racism, and the shift toward more inclusive theories like emotional intelligence and neurodiversity. Offering insights for educators, leaders, and citizens, the book advocates for fairer, more humane approaches to assessing cognitive ability in a rapidly changing world.