Kenneth Binmore

Kenneth Binmore

Ken Binmore is a British mathematician and economist, known for his contributions to game theory and its applications in economics and social sciences. Born on January 6, 1940, he studied mathematics at the University of Cambridge, where he later earned his Ph.D. in mathematics. Binmore has held academic positions at several prestigious institutions, including the University of Bristol and University College London.

Throughout his career, Binmore has published extensively on game theory, particularly in relation to bargaining and evolutionary game theory. He is recognized for his work in applying mathematical concepts to economic problems and for bridging the gap between mathematics and economics. His influential books include Playing for Real: A Text on Game Theory (2007) and Natural Justice (2005), which explore the implications of game theory in various contexts.

In addition to his academic work, Binmore has been actively involved in public discourse on issues related to economics and social policy. He has also contributed to the development of the field of experimental economics. Binmore’s interdisciplinary approach and emphasis on the practical applications of game theory have made significant impacts on both theoretical research and real-world economic analysis.

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    By : Kenneth Binmore

    Game Theory: A Very Short Introduction

    Game Theory by Ken Binmore is an elegant invitation into the grand theater of strategy, where every choice is a move and every player a potential ally or rival. With clarity and wit, it unveils the hidden logic behind cooperation, conflict, and competition—whether in politics, poker, or everyday life. Beneath its mathematical surface lies a profound question: if we are all rational, why is life so unpredictable? This is a book not just about games, but about the delicate dance between reason and desire, structure and spontaneity. In the end, it dares you to ask—are you playing the game, or is the game playing you?

    • Originally Published: 2007
    • Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2007
    • Genre: Non-fiction
    • Pages: 208
    • Book Type: Hardcopy
    • ISBN: 978-0199218462
    • Access: Members