Liars of Nature and the Nature of Liars: Cheating and Deception in the Living World

Cheating is a prevalent and fascinating aspect of the natural world, as explored in this book. It delves into how various creatures—from possums and crows to genes and cells—employ deceit to survive and thrive, highlighting the evolutionary impact of these tactics. By examining both lying and deceiving strategies, illustrates how these behaviors drive the arms race between cheaters and those deceived, leading to remarkable biological diversity. The book also connects these natural phenomena to human society, offering insights into how cheating influences innovation and culture while proposing methods to address malicious deceit like fake news.

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