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Bruce Bueno de Mesquita is a master of game theory, which is a fancy label for a simple idea: People compete, and they always do what they think is in their own best interest. Bueno de Mesquita uses g

Offers a general theory of war and international conflict, looks at specific modern military confrontations, and dispels some common misconceptions about war

This book, originally published in 1975, presents a theory of behaviour in coalitions and presents an application of the theory to Indian political party coalitions. The major findings of the study are (a) the size of political parties is unimportant when important benefits are distributed in coalitions; (b) behaviour that combines a moderate degree of cooperation and competition with one's allies leads to a much greater political success than either highly competitive or highly cooperative behaviour; and (c) political parties with leaders whose personalities can be characterised as having a high need to achieve enjoy much greater electoral success than parties whose leaders are relatively low in need for achievement. The book is important because the theory is able to explain long term and short term consequences of coalitions; it presents a careful analysis of political party behaviour in India and it combines elements of positive political theory, empirical political science and psy

Bruce Bueno de Mesquita is a master of game theory, which is a fancy label for a simple idea: People compete, and they always do what they think is in their own best interest. Bueno de Mesquita uses g

A little revolution now and again is a good thing. The scientific approach to international relations has transformed the field. And now, thanks to a revolutionary revision, Principles of Internationa

How would we remember Abraham Lincoln if not for the Civil War?This may seem like a silly questionLincoln is applauded for starting a war over a moral outrage he couldn't bear, so there's little reaso

The revised edition contains a new chapter on the fragility of democracy and how small coalitions can overpower democratic governments if proper care isn't taken. The book also contains numerous updates and examples drawn from recent events, including the rise of authoritarianism around the world.

In this landmark work, two leading theorists of international relations analyze the strategies designed to avoid international conflict. Using a combination of game theory, statistical analysis, and d

Offers predictions for Hong Kong as its sovereignty and administrative responsibilities transfer from the United Kingdom to mainland China on July 1, 1997

In nine case studies, political economists analyze how politics promotes a country's prosperity or poverty. Bueno de Mesquita is with the Hoover Institution, Stanford U. Root is at the Milken Institut