The Art of Strategy: A Game Theorist's Guide to Success in Business and Life |  | Authors: Avinash K. Dixit, Barry J. Nalebuff
Publisher: W.W. Norton & Co.
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Pages: 512
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Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.2 x 1.6
ISBN: 0393062430
Dewey Decimal Number: 658.4012
EAN: 9780393062434
ASIN: 0393062430
Publication Date: September 17, 2008
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The authors who brought you the bestseller in game theory, Thinking Strategically, now provide the long-awaited sequel. Game theory means rigorous strategic thinking. It's the art of anticipating your opponent's next moves, knowing full well that your rival is trying to do the same thing to you. Though parts of game theory involve simple common sense, much is counterintuitive, and it can only be mastered by developing a new way of seeing the world. Using a diverse array of rich case studies—from pop culture, TV, movies, sports, politics, and history—the authors show how nearly every business and personal interaction has a game-theory component to it. Are the winners of reality-TV contests instinctive game theorists? Do big-time investors see things that most people miss? What do great poker players know that you don't? Mastering game theory will make you more successful in business and life, and this lively book is the key to that mastery. .
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 good layman's intro to game theory October 4, 2009
hydrangea (NJ)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
A good book for a slow entry into the world of game theory. Some things are a bit wordy and hard to understand with few pictures/mathematical formulas, but nonetheless it is a good practical book for getting your feet wet.
 Buy "Thinking Strategically" June 17, 2009
J. Kim (Seoul, South Korea)
20 out of 21 found this review helpful
Of course. It is an updated version of their best selling book [Thinking Strategically]. I have taught an introduction to Game Theory course to college undergraduates for years and used their earlier version "Thinking strategically" as a textbook. Nalebuff and Dixit's effort on updating their classic became less than good news to college students. They put too much materials about their ABC documentary which was taken under Dr. Nalebuff's guidance while trying to put too much materials in otherwise a simple-clear book. I strongly recommend you to go to the bookstore and buy their earlier version "thinking strategically" rather than this 'confusing/messy" version.
 Engaging, Inspiring, and Practical April 30, 2009
Totes Magotes (San Francisco, CA)
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
Nalebuff is a genius that not only studies and teaches strategy, but applied it himself to build an international beverage company (Honest Tea) recently acquired by Coca-Cola. Any chance to learn from him is well worth it, including this outstanding book with myriad applications to anyone's work and day-to-day life.
Got logic? Sure do! December 21, 2008
-Celine-
3 out of 9 found this review helpful
It teaches you to optimize your outcome from a mathematical logic. Progressive knowledge is well written with simple life examples and experiences, which is later supported by scientific reason. It requires basic math and interest.
You don't have to be in a Businsss Major to appreciate this book; this book is designed to be read and understood easily.
This is a book to exercise your mind into logic thinking.
Business libraries and general-interest holdings will find it a winner December 12, 2008
Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA)
2 out of 5 found this review helpful
THE ART OF STRATEGY: A GAME THEORIST'S GUIDE TO SUCCESS IN BUSINESS AND LIFE follows a successful best-selling book on game theory, applying it to everyday life and business situations to move beyond the gamer's realm. Chapters use real-life examples and case studies to pair game theory with business interactions and personal goals, covering key principles of game theory, how to change and play the game to maximum advantage, and how to employ strategy in decision-making processes. Business libraries and general-interest holdings will find it a winner.
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