sociological aspects

Explores the plants that have been dubbed as weeds, such as dandelions, crabgrass, poison ivy, poppies, and thistles, discussing their histories, portrayal in books, destruction of ecosystems, restoration of war-torn lands, and more.

The authors explore the economics of real-world issues often viewed as insignificant, such as the extent to which the Roe v. Wade decision affected violent crime, and examine hidden incentives behind all sorts of human behavior.

Explores the impact the growing role of creativity has had on the American economy, explaining how creative people are gradually changing American society, its values, tastes, relationships, careers, and cities.

The authors focus on the economics of real-world issues that most people view as insignificant such as how much did the Roe v. Wade decision impact violent crime, and examines hidden incentives behind all sorts of human behavior.

Describes various games and sports played in Mexico, including soccer, boxing, and bullfighting.