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Games of Strategy, 2nd Edition

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All introductory textbooks aim to highlight the subject's significance, urging students to engage with it. While physical sciences and engineering are seen as the foundation of modern technology, and social sciences tackle governance issues, the humanities aim to rejuvenate the spirit dulled by these fields. So where does "games of strategy," or game theory, fit in, and why study it? Dixit and Skeath's work provides a personal motivation that resonates with your everyday experiences. You engage in strategic games constantly—with family, friends, and even professors. You likely possess instinctive skills in this area, and the authors aim to build on that foundation, systematizing your knowledge to enhance your strategic abilities. These skills will serve you throughout life, as you navigate interactions with employers, employees, spouses, and even strangers. Beyond personal relevance, the subject holds broader implications; similar strategic games occur in business, politics, diplomacy, and conflict resolution. Recognizing these dynamics will deepen your understanding of the world and enhance your effectiveness in various interactions.

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Games of Strategy, 2nd Edition, Avinash K. Dixit, Susan Skeath, David H. Reiley Jr.

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2004
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Titolo
Games of Strategy, 2nd Edition
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2004
Formato
Copertina rigida
Pagine
688
ISBN10
0393924998
ISBN13
9780393924992
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All introductory textbooks aim to highlight the subject's significance, urging students to engage with it. While physical sciences and engineering are seen as the foundation of modern technology, and social sciences tackle governance issues, the humanities aim to rejuvenate the spirit dulled by these fields. So where does "games of strategy," or game theory, fit in, and why study it? Dixit and Skeath's work provides a personal motivation that resonates with your everyday experiences. You engage in strategic games constantly—with family, friends, and even professors. You likely possess instinctive skills in this area, and the authors aim to build on that foundation, systematizing your knowledge to enhance your strategic abilities. These skills will serve you throughout life, as you navigate interactions with employers, employees, spouses, and even strangers. Beyond personal relevance, the subject holds broader implications; similar strategic games occur in business, politics, diplomacy, and conflict resolution. Recognizing these dynamics will deepen your understanding of the world and enhance your effectiveness in various interactions.