
by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner
William Morrow · 2005 · English
ISBN: 9780060731328
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Sign in to BookShelfFreakonomics explores the hidden side of everything through the lens of economics. Authors Levitt and Dubner use data and economic theory to investigate surprising topics: why drug dealers live with their mothers, how sumo wrestlers cheat, and what makes a perfect parent. Written in an engaging, accessible style, this bestseller challenges conventional wisdom and reveals the unexpected connections underlying everyday life. A thought-provoking blend of pop culture, statistics, and unconventional thinking.