Freakonomics Rev Ed

A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything

Steven D. Levitt|Stephen J. Dubner

The book uses economic principles to explore unconventional topics, revealing surprising connections and insights into human behavior and societal issues. It delves into questions like the true impact of a name on a person's success and the hidden incentives behind various aspects of everyday life.

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Think Like a Freak

The Authors of Freakonomics Offer to Retrain Your Brain

Steven D. Levitt|Stephen J. Dubner

The book encourages readers to think unconventionally by questioning the status quo, employing economic theories, and embracing the willingness to say "I don't know." It provides tools and anecdotes to help individuals solve problems creatively and make better decisions by looking at the world through a different, more curious and data-driven lens.

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SuperFreakonomics

Global Cooling, Patriotic Prostitutes, and Why Suicide Bombers Should Buy Life Insurance

Steven D. Levitt|Stephen J. Dubner

The book delves into unconventional analysis of real-world issues using economic principles, exploring topics like climate change, the economics of prostitution, and counterintuitive insights into terrorism. It challenges conventional wisdom through data-driven stories and examines incentives that drive human behavior in surprising and provocative ways.

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When to Rob a Bank

...And 131 More Warped Suggestions and Well-Intended Rants

Steven D. Levitt|Stephen J. Dubner

The book is a collection of blog posts from the Freakonomics authors, offering a quirky and economic perspective on a wide range of topics, from sports to crime to personal finance. It provides unconventional insights and humorous commentary on everyday life and societal norms, challenging readers to think differently about the world around them.

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