Intelligence: The Great Lie

by Roy J. Andersen

A thoroughly researched book, uncovering the greatest conspiracy over the past two centuries that directly affects the opportunities in education and life for you and for your children.

It used to be said intelligence comes though bloodlines. Then, genes were discovered and scientists started to argue how much is decided by inheritance and how much by experience. They are still arguing about this 120 years later. What if this is wrong? In a fascinating book, which took decades of research, the author leads us into the reality of a very great political conspiracy that began 200 years ago and is kept active today through discreet strategies in society and school designed to open or close doors of opportunity according to social standing, skin color, religion or ethnic background, all set to maintaining the status quo.

In one of the most important books of the 21st century, the author reveals why this conspiracy was created and why is it still maintained today. A conspiracy designed to affect your life and the opportunities of your child. Neither Society nor School was ever meant to be fair. Find out why “ The Great Lie"

“The most important book I have ever read about intelligence.”
Prof. Tatyana Oleinik Pedagogical University. Ukraine.

“This book is a must read for every parent and educator in the world. It represents a real breakthrough in our understanding of what intelligence is and how it develops.
Dean Emeritus. Prof. David Martin Ph.D Gallaudet University Washington, D.C. USA

549 pages, Paperback

Published March 4, 2023

Reviews

[Rhonda J. · Rating 5 out of 5]

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 🧩🏫

This book reveals how intelligence has been manipulated for centuries to create social inequality. Andersen uncovers the shocking truth that education systems were designed to favor the privileged and restrict opportunities for others. 📖
Accessible and thought-provoking, this book urges parents and educators to rethink what fairness means. With deep research and real-life insights, Andersen’s work challenges long-standing misconceptions about intelligence.
⭐ 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐭-𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝: If you care about equality, education, and change, this book will open your eyes to the hidden systems shaping society. 🌍

[Gerald Shields · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Thought-Provoking Challenge to Everything We Believe About Intelligence 🧠🤯
Intelligence: The Great Lie is a fascinating and eye-opening book that dares to question conventional wisdom about intelligence and learning. The author presents compelling arguments that challenge our understanding of IQ, education, and societal expectations. Backed by deep research and bold insights, this book forces you to rethink what it truly means to be "smart." Whether you agree or not, the book sparks important discussions about intelligence, success, and human potential. A must-read for educators, students, and anyone who loves intellectual debates!

⭐ A mind-expanding and revolutionary read! 📚🔥

[Amber Rambo · Rating 5 out of 5]

𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐲𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 💡⚖️

Roy J. Andersen exposes the great lie behind intelligence—it’s not just a personal trait but a weapon of control. He explains how race, class, and social status have long determined access to education and opportunities. 🎓
The book is insightful and eye-opening, inspiring readers to demand fairer systems. Perfect for parents, teachers, and anyone who believes in equality, this is essential reading for the modern age.
⭐ 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭: A powerful book that challenges how we think about intelligence and education. 📚✨

[Laura Matijević · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is powerful, disturbing, and absolutely essential. It breaks down the dangerous myth of intelligence as purely genetic and exposes the social engineering behind who gets labeled ‘gifted’ or ‘slow.’ I found myself reevaluating my own beliefs and biases, especially as a parent and someone who grew up in public schools. The author's writing style is engaging, but never sensational, it’s all backed up by real research. I genuinely believe this book could change lives if it were widely read.

[Louise · Rating 5 out of 5]

It took me a while to get through this book, not because it was hard to read, but because it was hard to process. I’d stop after each chapter and just sit with the weight of what I’d read. The author lays bare a conspiracy that’s been hiding in plain sight, how educational systems and definitions of intelligence have been used for centuries to maintain a specific social order. If you’re a parent, you’ll feel this in your bones. If you’re a teacher, you’ll question everything. It’s not an easy read emotionally, but it’s one of the most important books I’ve ever come across.

[John M · Rating 5 out of 5]

𝐀 𝐁𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 💡📘

Intelligence: The Great Lie challenges our traditional views of intelligence with powerful arguments and evidence. The author exposes societal misconceptions and reveals how intelligence is often misrepresented. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to question the status quo and rethink what intelligence truly means.
⭐ 𝐀 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭-𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐲𝐞-𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! 🌟🧠

[Marvin Reyna · Rating 5 out of 5]

𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐝: 𝐀 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞-𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 🎭📖

This book isn’t just a read—it’s a revelation. Andersen brilliantly uncovers the historical conspiracy behind how intelligence is defined and manipulated. It challenges long-standing assumptions and offers profound insights that every educator and parent must take seriously.

[Gary Ruiz · Rating 5 out of 5]

"𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐬 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 🧠📘"
Roy J. Andersen challenges the traditional understanding of intelligence, dismantling outdated notions and offering a fresh perspective. This book is a game-changer for educators, parents, and anyone intrigued by how we measure and understand intelligence.
⭐ 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭-𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐝, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠! 🌟📖

[Kathlene J. · Rating 5 out of 5]

"𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 🌍✨"
“Intelligence: The Great Lie” presents compelling evidence that intelligence is not fixed but dynamic, shaped by environment and mindset. Andersen’s clear and accessible writing makes complex concepts easy to grasp.
⭐ 𝐀 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭-𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐐 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐦𝐬! 🧠🔍

[Arthur L · Rating 5 out of 5]

𝐀 𝐖𝐚𝐤𝐞-𝐔𝐩 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 🚨📖

The author of Intelligence: The Great Lie dares to debunk myths about intelligence that society has held for generations. With compelling insights and real-world implications, this book pushes readers to question their beliefs and look beyond surface-level understanding.
⭐ 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞! 💭✨

[Luke B Cress · Rating 5 out of 5]

𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🔗💡

Intelligence: The Great Lie reveals how flawed systems perpetuate misconceptions about intelligence. The author masterfully combines research with storytelling, leaving readers questioning long-held assumptions. This book is both a challenge and an inspiration.
⭐ 𝐀 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭-𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐱 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝! 🌍📚

[Rose Staudt · Rating 5 out of 5]

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐝 🌟🧠

In Intelligence: The Great Lie, the author delves deep into the societal structures that misrepresent intelligence. It’s a powerful narrative that sheds light on the biases and falsehoods we’ve accepted as truth.
⭐ 𝐄𝐲𝐞-𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐝, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞! 🚀📖

[Herman D · Rating 5 out of 5]

𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 🌠✨

Intelligence: The Great Lie takes readers on a journey to uncover the hidden truths about intelligence. With sharp insights and practical implications, this book is an essential guide for educators, parents, and lifelong learners.
⭐ 𝐀 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝! 💡📚

[Reuben Doyle · Rating 5 out of 5]

As someone who has devoured hundreds of books on education, social justice, and science, I must say this one pierced through the noise. It’s not just about intelligence; it’s about how power manipulates knowledge and how we’ve been conditioned to accept IQ as gospel. This book is liberating and intellectually invigorating.

[Kerry B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

"𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 🚀💡"
This book redefines intelligence as a construct influenced by many factors beyond genetics. Andersen provides hope and actionable steps for individuals to unlock their true potential.
⭐ 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐟𝐮𝐥, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞-𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠! 🔑📚

[Ruth Bailey · Rating 5 out of 5]

"𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐲𝐭𝐡 🧩📖"
Andersen exposes the flaws in how society perceives intelligence and offers a better way forward. Packed with research and real-life examples, this book is both eye-opening and inspiring.
⭐ 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬! 📘🌟

[Phoebe Walsh · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book challenged every preconceived notion I had about intelligence. Roy Andersen’s writing is clear yet profound. He unpacks centuries of manipulation behind IQ testing and does so with such passion that you can't help but question everything. I feel smarter and more human after reading it.

[Maisie Doyle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Andersen doesn’t just write, he awakens. Intelligence: The Great Lie is a masterclass in critical thinking. It offers historical insights, scientific breakdowns, and a wake-up call to the education systems globally. A must-read for educators, parents, and policymakers.

[Abigail Skinner · Rating 5 out of 5]

After reading this book, I couldn’t sleep. My mind was racing with thoughts about how much we’ve been lied to regarding intelligence. Roy J. Andersen pulls back the curtain on a centuries-long conspiracy that I never imagined existed. Every page felt like a revelation.

[Ellis Cartwright · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a lifelong learner and teacher, I’ve seen the damage that standardized testing does to young minds. Andersen’s book gives language to what I’ve witnessed. It’s a brave, necessary, and timely critique that should be on every teacher’s shelf.

[Georgia Rowe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Roy J. Andersen writes with the conviction of a man who has seen the truth and now he’s sharing it with the world. The Great Lie is deeply personal, and yet it echoes globally. It redefines what it means to be intelligent, and that definition includes all of us.

[Thea Middleton · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the kind of book that shifts paradigms. You begin reading, expecting an academic argument, but what you get is a passionate, well researched manifesto for change. Roy Andersen is the voice we didn’t know we needed.

[Toby Saunders · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have never highlighted so much in a book. Intelligence: The Great Lie is filled with gems that expose the dark side of meritocracy. Roy Andersen’s commitment to justice and truth is felt on every page. I’m recommending it to everyone I know.

[Finley Lambert · Rating 5 out of 5]

Roy J. Andersen has done what few authors dare he questions the foundation of intelligence as we know it. And he does so not just with evidence, but with compassion. This book made me angry, enlightened, and hopeful all at once.

[Callum Barrett · Rating 5 out of 5]

The most powerful books are those that show you the world you live in from a new lens. The Great Lie is exactly that. It’s a powerful indictment of institutional discrimination cloaked as education. Every parent should read it.

[Owen Fairclough · Rating 5 out of 5]

Roy Andersen masterfully exposes how intelligence has been used as a tool of oppression, not liberation. The myth of IQ is shattered in this work, replaced by a deeper, richer understanding of human potential. This isn’t just a book it’s a movement.

[Darcie Winslow · Rating 5 out of 5]

What strikes me most about this book is the balance between research and readability. It’s scholarly, yes, but also deeply human. Roy J. Andersen writes with both intellect and heart rare in works of this depth.

[Tilly Radcliffe · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve read books that inform and books that inspire this does both. The Great Lie changed how I see intelligence, education, and society as a whole. It’s the kind of truth that’s uncomfortable at first, but necessary for growth.

[Roman Tindall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Roy Andersen’s 40 years of research culminate in a book that feels both urgent and timeless. He speaks truth to power and gives voice to those long ignored by the education system. Absolutely essential reading.

[Albie Granger · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a courageous book. Few authors dare to challenge the pillars of academia and testing. Roy Andersen does so with grace, evidence, and unwavering purpose. I finished the book feeling more empowered than ever.