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Why Did Stanley Water Bottles Suddenly Become a Cultural Phenomenon?

Plain English with Derek Thompson

CHAPTER

The Power of Chance: How Randomness Shapes History and Culture

This chapter explores the significant role of arbitrary and accidental events in shaping our lives and decisions. Through historical examples and contemporary cultural trends, it highlights how randomness can alter the course of events and influence collective behavior.

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