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Game Theory and Mutual Misunderstanding
Mamoru Kaneko
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Description for Game Theory and Mutual Misunderstanding
Hardback. Takes a look at the foundations of Game Theory in the form of a play. This work also includes dialogues which explore epistemological, institutional and methodological aspects of the field through a critical evaluation of theories and common misunderstandings. Translator(s): Vanbaelen, R.; Kaneko, Mamoru. Series: Studies in Economic Theory. Num Pages: 248 pages, 11 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: KCA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 542.
This book consists of five acts and two interludes, which are all written as dialogues between three main characters and other supporting characters. Each act discusses the epistemological, institutional and methodological foundations of game theory and economics, while using various stories and examples. A featured aspect of those discussions is that many forms of mutual misunderstanding are involved in social situations as well as in those fields themselves. One Japanese traditional comic story called the Konnyaku Mondo is representative and gives hints of how our thought is constrained by incorrect beliefs. Each dialogue critically examines extant theories and common misunderstanding ... Read more
This book consists of five acts and two interludes, which are all written as dialogues between three main characters and other supporting characters. Each act discusses the epistemological, institutional and methodological foundations of game theory and economics, while using various stories and examples. A featured aspect of those discussions is that many forms of mutual misunderstanding are involved in social situations as well as in those fields themselves. One Japanese traditional comic story called the Konnyaku Mondo is representative and gives hints of how our thought is constrained by incorrect beliefs. Each dialogue critically examines extant theories and common misunderstanding ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
Series
Studies in Economic Theory
Number of Pages
248
Place of Publication
Berlin, Germany
ISBN
9783540222958
SKU
V9783540222958
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Reviews for Game Theory and Mutual Misunderstanding
From the reviews: "The book is indeed a scientific dialogue, written in the form of a theatrical work in five acts. … most valuable for anyone launching a career related to game theory. … The book might form the basis for an informal seminar, or could well be recommended for additional reading in connection with ... Read more