Review of Freakonomics (2010) by Chris R — 26 Jul 2011

Don't see what all the fuss is about, was pretty boring.

This review of Freakonomics (2010) was written by Chris R on 26 Jul 2011.

Freakonomics has generally received mixed reviews.

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