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William Poundstone, born on March 29, 1955, is a renowned American author. His works span across various fields such as psychology, mathematics, and economics, and he is appreciated for his engaging writing style and insightful perspectives.

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“The story of the Kelly system is a story of secrets - or if you prefer, a story of entropy.”

Ifs Stories Secret Entropy

Book:Fortune's Formula: The Untold Story of the Scientific Betting System That Beat the Casinos and Wall Street

Source: Fortune's Formula: The Untold Story of the Scientific Betting System That Beat the Casinos and Wall Street

“In The Tricky Art of Co-Existing, Sandi Toksvig navigates life's little dilemmas with wit and not-so-common sense. You'll learn the strange history of common courtesy and the one true secret of social success: how to not drive everyone around you crazy.”

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Author:William Poundstone

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Born: March 29, 1955
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Quotes: 26

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Fortune's Formula: The Untold Story of the Scientific Betting System That Beat the Casinos and Wall StreetRelated source material

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