Game Theory and Political Theory: An Introduction

Ordeshook, Peter C.

ISBN 10: 052131593X / ISBN 13: 9780521315937

Published by Cambridge University Press, 1986

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Softcover. Good binding and cover. Shelf wear. Spine sunned. Pages unmarked.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Game Theory and Political Theory: An Introduction
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 1986
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 052131593X
• ISBN 13: 9780521315937
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 31 ounces
• Seller catalogs:
  • Political Science

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Synopsis

Formal political theory seeks to develop formal, mathematical models of political and economic processes. This book attempts to integrate the last twenty years of development in this field. Professor Ordeshook uses the modern developments in the theory of games (decision making with multiple, interactive decision makers) as the basis for the synthesis. Topics covered include models of elections and of committee processes, the demand and supply of public goods, and surveys of game theory and social-choice theory. Game Theory and Political Theory is designed as a textbook for graduate courses in formal political theory and political economy.

Book Description

Attempts to integrate the past twenty years of development in formal political theory. Topics covered include models of elections and of committee processes, the demand and supply of public goods and surveys of game theory and social-choice theory.