The Illusion of Control: How Systems, Markets, and People Deceive Us - and How to Break Free

Der Sel, Edgar Van

ISBN 13: 9798251921311

Published by Independently published, 2026

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Synopsis:

Are you truly the master of your own decisions? Or are you being controlled by invisible systems without even realizing it?

In a world that feels increasingly chaotic and uncontrollable, we retreat into what we can manage: our smart homes, our productivity tools, our small, perfect daily routines. But while we perfect the color of our living room lighting via an app, global powers, financial markets, and digital platforms are pulling the strings in the background.

This book is a wake-up call. Bestselling author Edgar van der Sel takes you on a breathtaking journey behind the scenes of our modern world. Based on the analysis of hundreds of sources, he reveals the universal patterns that determine our lives. The Illusion of Control is more than just a book; it is a toolkit for the 21st century. It does not teach you what to think, but how to think.

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Title: The Illusion of Control: How Systems, ...
Publisher: Independently published
Publication Date: 2026
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: As New

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