Introduction to the Theory of Games (Dover Books on Mathematics)

Book Details

• Author: J.C.C. McKinsey

• Publisher: Dover

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 382

• Release Date: 07-04-2003

• Language: English

• ISBN: 0800759428113

• Package Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.4 x 0.8 inches

About The Book
J.C.C. McKinsey’s Introduction to the Theory of Games is one of the classic early works in game theory, providing a comprehensive overview of the field and its applications. Originally published in 1952, this book offers a thorough examination of game theory in situations involving conflicts of interest, with applications across economic, social, political, and military contexts.

The text begins with a survey of rectangular games and proceeds to cover essential concepts such as methods for approximating the value of a game, games in extensive form, and games with infinite strategies. It also delves into advanced topics like distribution functions, Stieltjes integrals, the fundamental theorem for continuous games, and separable games.

McKinsey applies game theory to statistical inference, shedding light on its real-world relevance and application. The book is rich with 51 figures and 8 tables, offering clear and illustrative support to the theoretical content.

Written for advanced undergraduates and graduate students, this book assumes familiarity with advanced calculus and serves as an essential resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of game theory and its broad array of applications.