Superfreakonomics — Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner

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SuperFreakonomics by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner is a thought-provoking work of popular economics that uses data, research and unconventional thinking to challenge everyday assumptions about how the world works.

Building on the success of Freakonomics, economist Steven D. Levitt and journalist Stephen J. Dubner investigate a fresh collection of surprising questions, revealing the hidden incentives behind human behaviour. From the economics of street prostitution and the psychology of financial markets to unexpected insights into crime, public health, climate change and technological innovation, the authors combine rigorous research with engaging storytelling to uncover explanations that often defy common sense. Along the way, they demonstrate how simple, evidence-based solutions can sometimes outperform expensive or widely accepted approaches.

Entertaining, controversial and packed with fascinating real-world examples, SuperFreakonomics is an ideal read for anyone interested in economics, psychology, behavioural science or understanding the hidden forces that shape everyday life.