Freakonomics – A surprising look from a rogue economist explores
Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner reveals the hidden sides of economic principles in everyday situations. This reading book explores topics ranging from crack dealers to unusual baby names and shows how these insights change the way we see the world.
Description
Freakonomics explores the hidden side of social phenomena with an unconventional economic approach. This work challenges assumptions and offers surprising perspectives through stories about education, crime, and economic incentives. The book combines accessible language with in-depth analysis and became an international bestseller.
Product specifications
- Author: Stephen J. Dubner
- Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
- Format: B-format paperback
- Publication date: 2006-04-06
- Number of pages: 336
- ISBN: 9780141019017
- Theme: Popular economics
- BISAC: BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Economics / General
About the author
Steven D. Levitt (Author)
Economics professor at the University of Chicago and recipient of the John Bates Clark Medal. Co-founder of The Greatest Good, an organization that applies Freakonomics methods in business and philanthropy.
Stephen J. Dubner (Author)
Award-winning writer and journalist, known for his work for The New York Times. Lives in New York City and has published multiple non-Freakonomics books.