The Book of Why (by Judea Pearl)

"The Book of Why" by Judea Pearl explores how we understand causal relationships—why things happen and how one event influences another. It introduces tools like causal diagrams to distinguish correlation from causation, enabling us to answer questions like, "If I do this, what will happen?" The book highlights the importance of formal reasoning in fields like medicine, economics, and AI, allowing us to make informed decisions. Pearl emphasizes that understanding causality is essential for scientific discovery and effective policy-making, transforming data into actionable knowledge through logical frameworks.