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Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt & Stephen J. Dubner
Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt & Stephen J. Dubner
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Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything
by Steven D. Levitt & Stephen J. Dubner
"The legendary bestseller that made millions look at the world in a radically different way..."
📊 BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS | SOCIAL SCIENCES | DATA ANALYSIS
A brilliant and brilliantly entertaining account of how hidden incentives drive human behavior, turning conventional wisdom on its head.
Extended Synopsis
Which is more dangerous, a gun or a swimming pool? Why do sumo wrestlers cheat? In this revised and expanded edition of the groundbreaking classic, leading economist Steven Levitt and acclaimed author Stephen J. Dubner explore the hidden side of everything. Freakonomics strips away the veneer of everyday life to reveal that economics is, at its root, the study of incentives—how people get what they want, or need, especially when other people want or need the same thing.
By applying economic principles to unexpected and often taboo subjects, Levitt and Dubner deliver fascinating answers to complex social questions. This special edition also features an exclusive discussion between the authors and bestselling psychology professor Angela Duckworth, adding further depth to a book that fundamentally alters how readers interpret the world around them.
About the Authors & Accolades
Steven D. Levitt is a Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago and winner of the John Bates Clark medal.
Stephen J. Dubner is an acclaimed author and the host of the incredibly popular Freakonomics Radio podcast.
A legendary, multi-million-copy bestseller.
Product Tables: Key Analytical Themes
| Theme | Application |
|---|---|
| Incentive Structures | Analyzing how hidden motivations drive observable actions. |
| Data Mining | Extracting unexpected truths from massive, diverse data sets. |
| Conventional Wisdom | Systematically challenging commonly held, but factually flawed, societal beliefs. |
Technical Specifications
| ISBN-13 | 9780063032378 |
| Format | Paperback (Expanded Edition) |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
| Topics | Sociology, Microeconomics, Human Psychology |
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