''Lying'' is a 2011 long-form

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. Harris argues that we can radically simplify our lives and improve society by merely telling the truth in situations where others often lie.

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'' praised ''Lying'', writing, "One of the real values of reading this book is that it causes the reader to reflect on our own life and lies." He added, "This book is a quick read, but it is long on contemplating life."

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Lying by Sam Harris
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