Michael Booth takes a humorous and insightful look into the lives of Scandinavians, debunking myths of their near-perfect societies and revealing the truth behind the happiness of Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Iceland.
Freakonomics, co-authored by economist Steven D. Levitt and journalist Stephen J. Dubner, is a groundbreaking work that challenges conventional wisdom and applies economic theories to a wide range of real-world phenomena. By exploring the hidden side of everything, from crime rates to parenting styles, it reveals how economic principles impact our daily lives in unexpected ways. The book uses rigorous data analysis to debunk myths and uncover the incentives that drive human behavior, making economics accessible and entertaining.
Unveiling the truths of Scandinavian life beyond the happiness hype.
Illuminates economics’ role in everyday phenomena through engaging stories and data.