The Price of Everything: Solving the Mystery of Why We Pay What We Do

by Eduardo Porter

Book Overview

Why is a life saved from a terrorist attack worth two saved from a natural disaster? Why are women more valuable than ever? Why do Americans tip when Europeans don't? And how can orange juice be used... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1591843626
• ISBN13: 9781591843627
• Release Date: January 2011
• Publisher: Portfolio
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.1" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher