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Freakonomics Rev Ed : A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything by Stephen J. Dubner and Steven D. Levitt (2006, Hardcover, Revised edition)

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One of the greatest young American thinkers offers his provocative and intriguing insights into basic life issues--from cheating to child rearing--in this highly readable and challenging new work Which is more dangerous, a gun or a swimming pool? Which should be feared more: snakes or french fries? Who really deserves credit for the recent drop in crime? In this groundbreaking book, leading economist Steven Levitt--Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago and winner of the American Economic Association's 2004 John Bates Clark medal for the economist under 40 who has made the greatest contribution to the discipline--reveals that the answers to such questions lie in economic theory, a field he is revolutionizing. Joined by acclaimed author Stephen J. Dubner, Levitt offers his most compelling ideas as he explores the basic questions of everyday life, reaching conclusions that have turned conventional wisdom on its head. Brilliantly reasoned, told in compelling, forthright language, and filled with keen insight, What Do Schoolteachers and Sumo Wrestlers Have in Common? remind us that economics is ultimately the study of incentives and competition--how people get what they want, or need, when others want or need the same thing.

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Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
0061234001
ISBN-13
9780061234002
eBay Product ID (ePID)
54216294

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Book Title
Freakonomics Rev Ed : a Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything
Author
Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Features
Revised
Topic
Popular Culture, Economics / General, Economics / Theory
Publication Year
2006
Genre
Business & Economics, Social Science
Number of Pages
336 Pages

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9in
Item Height
1in
Item Width
6.1in
Item Weight
19 Oz

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Hb74
Edition Description
Revised Edition
Reviews
The funkiest study of statistical mechanics ever by a world-renowned economist... Eye-opening and sometimes eye-popping, If Indiana Jones were an economist, he'd be Steven Levittâ€¦ Criticizing Freakonomics would be like criticizing a hot fudge sundae., A showcase for Levitt's intriguing explorations into a number of disparate topics.. There's plenty of fun to be had., "Provocative... eye-popping." -- New York Times Book Review: Inside the List "If Indiana Jones were an economist, he'd be Steven Levitt... Criticizing Freakonomics would be like criticizing a hot fudge sundae." -- Wall Street Journal "The guy is interesting!" -- Washington Post Book World "The funkiest study of statistical mechanics ever by a world-renowned economist... Eye-opening and sometimes eye-popping" -- Entertainment Weekly "Steven Levitt has the most interesting mind in America... Prepare to be dazzled." -- Malcolm Gladwell, author of Blink and The Tipping Point "Principles of economics are used to examine daily life in this fun read." -- People: Great Reads "Levitt dissects complex real-world phenomena, e.g. baby-naming patterns and Sumo wrestling, with an economist's laser." -- San Diego Union-Tribune "Levitt is a number cruncher extraordinaire." -- Philadelphia Daily News "Levitt is one of the most notorious economists of our age." -- Financial Times "Hard to resist." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Freakonomics is politically incorrect in the best, most essential way.... This is bracing fun of the highest order." -- Kurt Andersen, host of public radio's Studio 360 and author of Turn of the Century "Freakonomics was the 'It' book of 2005." -- Fort Worth Star-Telegram "An eye-opening, and most interesting, approach to the world." -- Kirkus Reviews "An unconventional economist defies conventional wisdom." -- Associated Press "A showcase for Levitt's intriguing explorations into a number of disparate topics.... There's plenty of fun to be had." -- Salon.com "One of the decade's most intelligent and provocative books." -- The Daily Standard "Freakonomics challenges conventional wisdom and makes for fun reading." -- Book Sense Picks and Notables "The trivia alone is worth the cover price." -- New York Times Book Review "An easy, funny read. Many unsolvable problems the Americans have could be solved with simple means." -- Business World "Economics is not widely considered to be one of the sexier sciences.... Steven D. Levitt will change some minds." -- Amazon.com, Levitt dissects complex real-world phenomena, e.g. baby-naming patterns and Sumo wrestling, with an economist's laser., Economics is not widely considered to be one of the sexier sciences.... Steven D. Levitt will change some minds., An Easy, Funny Read. Many Unsolvable Problems the Americans Have Could Be Solved with Simple Means., A showcase for Levitt's intriguing explorations into a number of disparate topicsâ€¦. There's plenty of fun to be had., Freakonomics is politically incorrect in the best, most essential way.... This is bracing fun of the highest order.
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330
Intended Audience
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by h4AHNLkMQ0K@Del...Jan 09, 2009
not bad at all, but could be better
So far I enjoyed reading this book. Topics are interested and taken from daily life observations. The text is easy to read, not technical at all. However, while I was reading it, I kept catching myself thinking that delivery could be better. In some parts text is not coherent. They start with one example, then move to another, and then back to the old example. Instead of jumping back and forward I would prefer just moving forward. Overall, I would advice you to get this book especially if you are curious about economics but have trouble connecting it to real life situations.
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by rapid1_evansvil...Sep 18, 2010
Freakonomics by Stephen J. Dubner
This book takes everyday situations and explains them in economics terms. It explains the difference between an action causing a reaction and an action that appears to be caused but is in reality only a byproduct. The author offers very factually based examples of why our world is as it is. Chapter titles such as "Why do drug dealers still live with their mothers?" and "What do school teachers and Sumo wrestlers have in common?" make the content of this book irristable. And ultimately very difficult to put down. Since I read this book I have looked at the world in a different light.
5 out of 5 stars
by mikem2kOct 09, 2009
An awesome book!
Really covers the underlying economics and motivation behind a number of issues (though the different chapters are not really connected.) Very well written and presented in English rather than a statistical format. There are a few controversial issues, but it is particularly hard to argue with the conclusions the authors draw after the evidence is presented. I totally recommend this book for pretty much anyone, though I think people on the extreme side of the political spectrum (both right and left) may take offense to some of the content (though this is definitely NOT the authors' intent.)
5 out of 5 stars
by K_GAZFy2Rse@Del...Nov 09, 2008
An insightful book
Stephen Dubner's freakonomics as the name suggests is somewhat "freaky" in terms of conventional wisdom. Its indeed a bold attempt to question our usual way of looking at social events. For example, the fall of Ku Klax Klan due to the loss of their secrecy and how its is similar to the information hoarding of real estate agents is quite interesting. The authors know how to draw a causal relation between two seemingly unrelated incident like the legalisation of abortion in USA and the drop in crime rate in the mid nineties. Moreover the authors have taken utmost care to justify their reasoning with available data unlike the average journalist or media man. Overall its a very nice and exciting read.
5 out of 5 stars
by 0gmgUs7oSam@Del...Jan 12, 2007
Great Book
Very informative and fascinating. This is "applied science" at it"s best. The author uses a keen and observant eye to cut through all the obvious facts and discover the underlying reasons for events and the way people act. Even if you might disagree with some of the author's assertions, you will find yourself looking for your own explanations, below the surface and beyond the obvious.

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