Ralph Keyes

Ralph Keyes (born 1945) is an American author and social critic. He is known for examining contemporary culture, ethics, and public discourse in nonfiction. Keyes wrote *Chancing It*, a book about risk-taking and chance in everyday life, and *The Post-Truth Era*, which explores the erosion of honesty and the rise of deception in modern society. His work often blends reportage, historical examples, and social commentary to question how people justify lies, manage reputation, and make decisions under uncertainty. Through accessible prose and provocative themes, Keyes has contributed to debates about truthfulness, trust, and responsibility in public and private life.