The Art of Strategy: A Game Theorist's Guide to Success in Business and Life

There is absolutely no need to read this book if you've read Thinking Strategically.

I'm not certain why they exist as two separate books. The content is almost identical, and 90% of the examples in this one were lifted from that. I have no idea why this is touted as a "sequel." It is not. It's just Thinking Strategically repackaged (but I will say that its package is prettier). The tagline says that it's a "guide to success in business and life," but it is not. It is game theory explained in an accessible way.

I love game theory. I studied economics in college, and game theory had been my favorite class. I enjoyed Thinking Strategically and looked forward to reading this one. I was disappointed. Had I not read Thinking Strategically, I show more probably would have found this enjoyable, but I'm giving it two stars for the false advertising. show less

Great introduction to game theory with math that is understable to everyone. Deceptively looks like a simple read, but many parts especially examples are brain teasers. It takes some effort and focus to get the most of this book, but that's a the great strength of this topic, that sometimes seemingly basic situations have counterintuitive solutions. Will make you think twice next time you're in any sort of game.