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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.

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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.

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