Essential guide to understanding strategic decision-making
This book is perfect for those who want to delve into the world of game theory without getting overwhelmed by complex mathematical formulas. It presents the key concepts and ideas in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible for advanced undergraduates and anyone interested in strategic decision-making. The emphasis on understanding the theory behind the math sets it apart from other textbooks, allowing readers to grasp the fundamental principles and apply them to various real-world scenarios.
ISBN: 9780195128956
Authors:
Martin J. Osborne
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Date of Publication: 2003-08-07
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 3.79
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Description
Game theoretic reasoning pervades economic theory and is used widely in other social and behavioral sciences. An Introduction to Game Theory , by Martin J. Osborne, presents the main principles of game theory and shows how they can be used to understand economic, social, political, and biological phenomena. The book introduces in an accessible manner the main ideas behind the theory rather than their mathematical expression. All concepts are defined precisely, and logical reasoning is used throughout. The book requires an understanding of basic mathematics but assumes no specific knowledge of economics, political science, or other social or behavioral sciences.Coverage includes the fundamental concepts of strategic games, extensive games with perfect information, and coalitional games; the more advanced subjects of Bayesian games and extensive games with imperfect information; and the topics of repeated games, bargaining theory, evolutionary equilibrium, rationalizability, and maxminimization. The book offers a wide variety of illustrations from the social and behavioral sciences and more than 280 exercises. Each topic features examples that highlight theoretical points and illustrations that demonstrate how the theory may be used. Explaining the key concepts of game theory as simply as possible while maintaining complete precision, An Introduction to Game Theory is ideal for undergraduate and introductory graduate courses in game theory.
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