Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything

by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner

Published: 4/12/2005

Why read?

Economics isn't just about money - it's about understanding why people do what they do. Through fascinating case studies, Levitt and Dubner show how economic thinking reveals hidden patterns in everything from cheating teachers to sumo wrestlers. You'll never look at human behavior the same way again. Perfect for anyone who loves solving puzzles about why the world works the way it does.

Recommended by:

  • Stanford University
  • Harvard University

Pages

336 pages

Language

English

ISBN

978-0060731335

ASIN

0063032376

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