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Discover how economic principles shape your daily life with The Armchair Economist by Steven E. Landsburg. Published by Simon & Schuster, this book explores the hidden logic behind common occurrences that most people overlook. From the surprising way safety features like air bags can influence driver behavior to the reasoning behind high cinema popcorn prices, this book provides a fresh perspective on human actions. Economists understand that people respond to incentives, and Landsburg applies this fundamental truth to a wide range of human behaviors. Instead of accepting obvious answers, this text teaches you to look deeper into the motivations that drive the world around you. It is an essential read for anyone interested in how the laws of economics reveal themselves in everyday experiences and illuminate the spectrum of human decision-making.

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Explore how economic laws reveal themselves in your everyday life and common experiences.

Understand the role of incentives and how they drive human behavior and decision-making.

Gain new perspectives on surprising topics, such as how safety technology affects risk-taking.

Learn the real economic reasoning behind pricing strategies seen in popular industries.

New store stock available from the trusted publisher Simon & Schuster UK.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
10 May 2012
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22 December 2011

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