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Best books to learn Game theory, in order
Game theory is intuition before math. Start with the playful popular treatments of strategy and cooperation, then the applied logic of negotiations and auctions, then a rigorous text. Order keeps it fascinating rather than forbidding.
Reading paths for game theory
Game theory: the strategy of everything
Beginner9books98 hrs4 stages
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Frequently asked questions
- How should I approach learning game theory?
- Game theory is intuition before math. Start with the playful popular treatments of strategy and cooperation, then the applied logic of negotiations and auctions, then a rigorous text. Order keeps it fascinating rather than forbidding.
- What's a good book to start game theory with?
- A strong starting point is Auction Theory by Vijay Krishna. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
- What should I read after game theory?
- Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Logic & critical thinking, Behavioral economics, Poker.