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Connected : the surprising power of our social networks and how they shape our lives / Nicholas A. Christakis and James H. Fowler.

Author/creator Christakis, Nicholas A.
Other author/creatorFowler, James H., 1970-
Format Book and Print
Edition1st ed.
Publication InfoNew York : Little, Brown and Co., 2009.
Descriptionxiii, 338 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : color illustrations ; 25 cm
Subject(s)
Contents In the thick of it -- When you smile, the world smiles with you -- Love the one you're with -- This hurts me as much as it hurts you -- The buck starts here -- Politically connected -- It's in our nature -- Hyperconnected -- The whole is great.
Abstract Renowned scientists Christakis and Fowler present compelling evidence for the profound influence people have on one another's tastes, health, wealth, happiness, beliefs, even weight, as they explain how social networks form and how they operate.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 311-326) and index.
LCCN 2009018349
ISBN9780316036146
ISBN0316036145

Available Items

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks HM741 .C46 2009 ✔ Available Place Hold