Catherine C. (c-squared) reviewed Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything (P.S.) on + 181 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
An interesting quick read, just random enough for my taste. How do teachers cheat on standardized tests? Why do drug dealers live with their mothers? What are the "whitest" and "blackest" names? Malcolm Gladwell raved about this book, and it's very much on par with his books. If you liked them, you'll probably enjoy this, too.
Gerhard O. (nccorthu) reviewed Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything (P.S.) on + 569 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Has some very interesting statistical analyzes of a number of subjects including that the drop in crime is the result of legalized abortion not the great doings of politicians. debunks a number of the assertions about what's wrong with our educational systems and the non working fixes
Louanne W. (Obxpelican) reviewed Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything (P.S.) on + 26 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Fascinating look at many segments of our society - from teachers and sumo wrestlers to drug dealers and parenting. The authors present some shocking and outlandish information. Parts of this book may even be useful to a reader.