Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything - by Steven D. Levitt & Stephen J. Dubner
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Book Synopsis: Which is more dangerous, a gun or a swimming pool? What do schoolteachers and sumo wrestlers have in common? Why do drug dealers still live with their moms? How much do parents really matter? What kind of impact did Roe v. Wade have on violent crime?These may not sound like typical questions for an economist to ask. But Steven D. Levitt is not a typical economist. He is a much heralded scholar who studies the stuff and riddles of everyday life- from cheating and crime to sports and child rearing- and whose conclusions regularly turn the conventional wisdom on its head. He usually begins with a mountain of data and a simple, unasked question. Some of these questions concern life-and-death issues; others have an admittedly freakish quality. Thus the new field of study contained in this book: freakonomics.
Through forceful storytelling and wry insight, Levitt and co-author Stephen J. Dubner show that economics is, at root, the study of incentives- how people get what they want, or need, especially when other people want or need the same thing. In Freakonomics, they set out to explore the hidden side of ... well, everything. The inner workings of a crack gang. The truth about real-estate agents. The myths of campaign finance. The telltale marks of a cheating schoolteacher. The secrets of the Ku Klux Klan.
What unites all these stories is a belief that the modern world, despite a surfeit of obfuscation, complication, and downright deceit, is not impenetrable, is not unknowable, and- if the right questions are asked- is even more intriguing than we think. All it takes is a new way of looking. Steven Levitt, through devilishly clever and clear-eyed thinking, shows how to see through all the clutter.
Freakonomics establishes this unconventional premise: If morality represents how we would like the world to work, then economics represents how it actually does work. It is true that readers of this book will be armed with enough riddles and stories to last a thousand cocktail parties. But Freakonomics can provide more than that. It will literally redefine the way we view the modern world.
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Are you tired of conventional wisdom and traditional ways of looking at the world? Then you need to get your hands on Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything, by Steven D. Levitt & Stephen J. Dubner. This groundbreaking book dares to ask the unconventional questions that other economists would never dream of. From the danger of guns versus swimming pools to the surprising similarities between schoolteachers and sumo wrestlers, Freakonomics will challenge your beliefs and open your mind to a whole new way of thinking.
In Freakonomics, Levitt and Dubner take a deep dive into the hidden secrets and mysteries of everyday life. Using extensive data analysis and keen insights, they uncover the underlying incentives that drive human behavior. Whether it's the inner workings of a crack gang or the truth about real-estate agents, this book reveals the fascinating truths that lie beneath the surface. Prepare to be captivated by the stories they uncover, from the myths of campaign finance to the telltale signs of a cheating schoolteacher.
What sets Freakonomics apart is its belief that the world is not impenetrable or unknowable. With the right questions and a fresh perspective, the authors show us that the modern world is even more intriguing than we could have ever imagined. Levitt's clear-eyed and clever thinking cuts through the clutter, allowing us to see the truth behind the complexities of our society.
If you're tired of the same old ideas and want to challenge your thinking, Freakonomics is the book for you. It's not just a collection of riddles and stories; it's a mind-opening experience that will redefine the way you view the world. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain a fresh perspective and discover the hidden side of everything. Get your copy of Freakonomics now and start exploring the fascinating world of economics.
Ready to delve into the fascinating world of Freakonomics? This eye-opening book by Steven D. Levitt & Stephen J. Dubner is a game-changer that will challenge your preconceived notions and revolutionize the way you see the world. With their unique approach to economics, Levitt and Dubner prove that the study of incentives is the key to understanding how people truly get what they want in life.
Through engaging storytelling and insightful analysis, Freakonomics takes you on a journey through some of the most intriguing and unusual topics. You'll learn about the inner workings of a crack gang, unravel the myths of campaign finance, and even uncover the secrets of the Ku Klux Klan. Levitt's unconventional thinking and deep understanding of human behavior will leave you spellbound.
Freakonomics also challenges the notion that the modern world is too complex to comprehend. Levitt and Dubner show us that with the right perspective and a willingness to ask the right questions, we can peel back the layers and reveal the hidden truths that surround us. This book is a testament to the power of critical thinking and the potential for new discoveries.
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