Want to read a book that will blow your mind? Then Freakonomics is the book. It is a book that will make you question the goodness of society. Does it sound like an economics book? Well its not what you think it is, no inflation, deficit or debates about capitalism or communism. The author gathers statistical data and draws some conclusions that are scary including:
- Teachers cheat by upping their class marks when performance incentives are introduced.
- It explains why drug dealers live with their mothers.
- Derives a conclusion that the legalisation of abortion reduced crime in the USA
- Shows how sumo wrestlers cheat.
I must say, quite a freaky book and a worthwhile read.
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