Game Theory and Information: An Introduction to Game Theory (Second Edition): An Introduction to Game Theory (Second Edition)

Author: Eric Rasmussen
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Publication Date: 2003-10-01
Features: The new edition has undergone major revisions and updates, including many new problems, making it the most up-to-date and comprehensive game theory textbook to date. New topics such as auditing games, brinkmanship litigation, renegotiation of contracts, market microstructure, and government procurement are featured in this book. Eric Rasmussen strives to replace technical proofs with explanatory language, writing in a fresh, lively, and accessible style. Game and Information is the most comprehensive and widely used intermediate game theory textbook to date, suitable for upper-level undergraduate students to gain a thorough understanding of game theory and its applications in related fields. It is also a valuable reference for researchers who wish to learn about and apply game theory. Building on a comprehensive introduction, the book offers in-depth discussions. Particularly noteworthy is that the book has rewritten almost all classic game models in concise mathematical language, teaching students how to construct game theory models using simple and clear mathematical expressions. The author's witty and un rigid academic terminology make the book engaging and enjoyable to read.