In praise of inefficiency, failure and friendship: ten galvanizing reads for this festive season

Kelly-Ann Allen; Tara McAllister; Yamini Aiyar; Sirry Alang; Misa Shimuta; Elma E. Kay; Mohamed Ibrahim; Mariana Viglino; Séverine Toussaert; Nick J. Lane

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In praise of inefficiency, failure and friendship: ten galvanizing reads for this festive season

Kelly-Ann Allen
, Tara McAllister
, Yamini Aiyar
, Sirry Alang
, Misa Shimuta
, Elma E. Kay
, Mohamed Ibrahim
, Mariana Viglino
, Séverine Toussaert
, Nick J. Lane

School of Educational Psychology and Inclusion

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Abstract

In a world that can seem lacking in optimism, researchers share their opinions on books that stimulate thoughts — and actions — for a better future.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	532-534
Number of pages	3
Journal	Nature
Volume	648
Issue number	8094
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1038/d41586-025-04052-x
Publication status	Published - 12 Dec 2025

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Culture
Human behaviour
Society

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In praise of inefficiency, failure and friendship: ten galvanizing reads for this festive season

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