How to Talk to AI: (And How Not To) by Jamie Bartlett
How to Talk to AI by Jamie Bartlett is a guide to understanding artificial intelligence and communicating with chatbots. It covers how AI works, practical ways to use it, and potential risks including manipulation and loss of control.
At a glance
- Explains how AI and chatbots work and reason, according to the book description.
- Addresses practical AI use as well as risks involving manipulation and control.
- Written by technology writer Jamie Bartlett.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines an introduction to AI with discussion of how to use chatbots and potential pitfalls.
- Customer feedback describes the book as easy to understand and useful in practice.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | WH Allen |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 9 April 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 272 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0753561980 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0753561980 |
| Weight listed | 176 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12.9 x 0.8 x 19.8 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers seeking an accessible introduction to AI and large language models.
- People interested in practical chatbot use alongside social and personal risks.
Less suited to
- Readers looking specifically for a technical manual or detailed programming instruction, which the listing does not describe.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as an easy-to-understand, useful overview of AI and large language models, with readers also highlighting its informative and practical content. That reported accessibility may suit readers seeking an introductory guide, though the feedback does not establish that it provides technical depth. Aggregate ratings are generally favourable but include a smaller spread of lower ratings, so experiences are not uniform.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the content as informative, readable and practical.
Frequently asked questions
What is How to Talk to AI about?
The book introduces artificial intelligence and chatbots, discussing how they work, how to use them, and risks such as manipulation and loss of control.
Who wrote How to Talk to AI?
The listing names technology writer Jamie Bartlett as the author.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 272 pages.
Is this described as a practical guide to using AI?
Yes. The listing frames it as a guide to making use of AI while understanding its limitations and possible risks.
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