Front cover of The Economist Quiz Book by Tom Standage, paperback

The Economist Quiz Book : 60 Brain Teasers for Inquisitive Minds - Tom Standage

Tom Standage

£10.99
  • Pages · 320 pages
  • Publication Date · 09/10/2025
  • Genre · Gift books
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Calling all problem-solvers drawn to the smart, quirky and counter-intuitive. Challenge yourself to join the dots, get your facts straight and sort the genuine from the fake in this puzzle book inspired by the sharpest brains at The Economist. Do stocks with catchy names outperform the market? Is Bohemian Rhapsody really longer than Hey Jude? And can geopolitics affect the popularity of dog breeds? Packed with hidden connections and mind-bending facts, The Economist Quiz Book is guaranteed to stretch your mind to its very limits.

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