"Jens Ludwig has an idea for how to fix America’s gun violence problem — and it starts by rejecting conventional wisdom from both sides of the political aisle." Ludwig speaks with Freakonomics radio about his new book UNFORGIVING PLACES. Listen here:
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Since its origins in 1890 as one of the three main divisions of the University of Chicago, the Press has embraced as its mission the obligation to disseminate scholarship of the highest standard and to publish serious works that foster public understanding, provide an authoritative foundation for informed dialogue, and enrich the diversity of cultural life. Our publications actively engage with timely issues and debates and are written by authors who are the foremost experts in their fields. Through our books and journals, we seek not only to advance scholarly conversation within and across traditional disciplines but, in keeping with the University of Chicago’s experimental tradition, to help define new areas of knowledge and intellectual endeavor.
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John M. Kinder’s WORLD WAR ZOOS examines how zoos survived history's deadliest times. On our blog, learn about his inspiration to study zoos in World War II and their role in understanding human interactions with nature: https://buff.ly/HF9hbWs
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Even though #AERA2025 is coming to an end, there’s still time to browse our virtual exhibit! Get 30% off & free domestic shipping on books with promo code EX57962: buff.ly/DRKUOnf.
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Congratulations to Michael T. Hartney on his book How Policies Make Interest Groups winning the 2024 APSA Best Book on Politics and Policy! Check out the book at our virtual exhibit: buff.ly/OXYNsFG. #AERA2025
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Congratulations to Laura T. Hamilton and Kelly Nielsen on their book Broke winning the 2024 Grawemeyer Award in Education! Check out the book at our virtual exhibit: buff.ly/8GIZkJ8. #AERA2025
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Happy #WorldPenguinDay! Some suggested reading: Gerald L. Kooyman & Jim Mastro’s JOURNEYS WITH EMPERORS: Tracking the World's Most Extreme Penguin. “Captivating”—Natural History “Thrilling.”—Explorers Journal “This book will have armchair travelers, penguin lovers, Antarctic enthusiasts, and science readers rejoicing."—Booklist https://buff.ly/JRmga58
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