FREAKONOMICS

Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything by Steven D. Levitt and journalist Stephen J. Dubner is a groundbreaking book that challenges traditional economic thinking. It explores the unexpected and often hidden factors behind everyday occurrences, revealing how economic principles apply to a variety of seemingly unrelated topics.

Using curiosity-driven analysis, the authors dive into issues like crime rates, school performance, and even the economics of drug dealing, all while questioning the motivations behind human behavior. The book encourages readers to think critically about the world around them, asking questions like what truly drives success, how incentives shape decisions, and how hidden factors influence our choices.

Freakonomics combines storytelling with economic theory, making complex ideas accessible and thought-provoking. It has sparked widespread interest in economics and continues to influence how we think about the world’s most pressing social issues.