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The Drunkard's Walk: How Randomness Rules Our Lives
The Drunkard's Walk How Randomness Rules Our Lives
Author: Leonard Mlodinow
In this irreverent and illuminating book, acclaimed writer and scientist Leonard Mlodinow shows us how randomness, change, and probability reveal a tremendous amount about our daily lives, and how we misunderstand the significance of everything from a casual conversation to a major financial setback. As a result, successes and failures in life ...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780375424045
ISBN-10: 0375424040
Publication Date: 5/13/2008
Pages: 272
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3.4 stars, based on 12 ratings
Publisher: Pantheon
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback, Audio CD
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I was excited to read this book after a preview reading of the first chapter. However, the following chapters cover A LOT of statistical theory. I did learn from this book, but it wasn't quite the relaxing weekend read I was hoping it would be. I'd recommend reading Freakonomics instead of this book.
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