The Undercover Economist, Revised and Updated Edition: Exposing Why the Rich Are Rich, the Poor Are Poor - and Why You Can Never Buy a Decent Used Car!

The Undercover Economist is a groundbreaking guide that reveals how everyday events are intricate games of negotiations, contests of strength, and battles of wits.

With over one million copies sold worldwide, this book provides an economist's version of The Way Things Work, explaining the economic principles lurking behind daily events in a way that is both accessible and engaging. This newly updated edition includes fresh insights into the banking crisis and economic turbulence of the last four years, making it essential reading for anyone who wants to understand why the gap between rich and poor nations is so great, or why they can't seem to find a decent second-hand car, or how to outwit Starbucks. With a unique blend of humor and insight, Tim Harford reveals how supermarkets, airlines, and coffee chains are vacuuming money from our wallets, while also puncturing myths surrounding some of today's biggest controversies, such as the high cost of healthcare. Whether you're a student looking to gain a deeper understanding of economic principles or a business professional seeking to stay ahead of the competition, The Undercover Economist is the perfect guide for anyone who wants to make sense of the world around them.

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