Game Theory and National Security, 1st Edition, 9781557860033
Hardcover
In this path-breaking theoretical work, political scientist Steven Brams and mathematician Mark Kilgour show how game theory can be applied to the rigorous development and thoughtful analysis of several critical problems that afflict the security of nations, from the deterrence of foes who might lau…

Game Theory and National Security, 1st Edition

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  • Hardcover

    216 pages

  • Release Date

    28 June 1988

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Summary

In this path-breaking theoretical work, political scientist Steven Brams and mathematician Mark Kilgour show how game theory can be applied to the rigorous development and thoughtful analysis of several critical problems that afflict the security of nations, from the deterrence of foes who might launch attacks, to the stabilization of crises that could explode into wars. In addition, they analyze a variety of related questions, including the interlocking preferences that fuel arms races, the …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781557860033
ISBN-10:1557860033
Author:Steven Brams, D. Marc Kilgour
Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Imprint:Wiley-Blackwell
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:216
Edition:1st
Release Date:28 June 1988
Weight:397g
Dimensions:240mm x 161mm x 17mm
About The Author

Steven Brams

Steven J. Brams is professor of politics at New York University and a leading authority in the strategic analysis of international conflict. He is the author or co-author of eight previous books, including Superpower Games and has worked for the Office of the Secretary of Defense and the Institute for Defense Analyses.

D. Marc Kilgour is professor of mathematics at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Canada, and adjunct professor of systems design engineering at the University of Waterloo.

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