Book Review: ‘Partial Truths: How Fractions Distort Our Thinking’ By James C. Zimring ‘Partial Truths’ argues that “fractionated thinking” misinforms our criminal justice system and impairs our altruism. It creates belligerence and war-making. It drives divisive approaches to spirituality. And, in the Covid-19 pandemic, it has allowed many people to fall prey to conspiracy theories.