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Competition - The Birth Of A New Science

by James Case
$9.90
Competition - The Birth Of A New Science - Thryft
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Unveiling competition's underlying game-theoretical strands.

This book would be a good read for those keen to understand how various competitive activities are interrelated and underpinned by mathematical models. James H. Case provides readers with insight into the game-theoretical ties that exist between different competitive fields. Using easily understandable language, Case takes readers on a journey through the birth of a new science of competition. This book would be a great source for students of economics, business, and philosophy, as well as anyone interested in game theory and competition.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Competition - The Birth Of A New Science

by James Case
$9.90
ISBN: 9780809035779
Authors: James Case
Publisher: Hill and Wang
Date of Publication: 2007-07-10
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Science, Economics, Business
Related Topics: Mathematics
Goodreads rating: 2.94
(rated by 32 readers)

Description

The Mathematical Theory of Games Sheds Light On A Wide Range of Competitive ActivitiesWhat do chess-playing computer programs, biological evolution, competitive sports, gambling, alternative voting systems, public auctions, corporate globalization, and class warfare have in common? All are manifestations of a new paradigm in scientific thinking, which James Case calls “the emerging science of competition.” Drawing in part on the pioneering work of mathematicians such as John von Neumann, John Nash (of A Beautiful Mind fame), and Robert Axelrod, Case explores the common game-theoretical strands that tie these seemingly unrelated fields together, showing how each can be better understood in the shared light of the others. Not since James Gleick’s bestselling book Chaos brought widespread public attention to the new sciences of chaos and complexity has a general-interest science book served such an eye-opening purpose. Competition will appeal to a wide range of readers, from policy wonks and futurologists to former jocks and other ordinary citizens seeking to make sense of a host of novel—and frequently controversial—issues.
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Unveiling competition's underlying game-theoretical strands.

This book would be a good read for those keen to understand how various competitive activities are interrelated and underpinned by mathematical models. James H. Case provides readers with insight into the game-theoretical ties that exist between different competitive fields. Using easily understandable language, Case takes readers on a journey through the birth of a new science of competition. This book would be a great source for students of economics, business, and philosophy, as well as anyone interested in game theory and competition.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.