The Evolution of Cooperation

by Robert Axelrod
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“For anyone involved in settling disputes” (Richard Dawkins), a famed political scientist offers a classic argument for how to achieve a more cooperative world 

We assume that, in a world ruled by natural selection, selfishness pays. So why cooperate? In The Evolution of Cooperation, political scientist Robert Axelrod seeks to...
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Published By Basic Books

Format Paperback

Category

Number Of Pages 272

Publication Date 05/06/2025

ISBN 9781541606845

Dimensions 5.45 inches x 8.25 inches


"Our ideas of cooperation will never be the same."—The Wall Street Journal

"Axelrod's approach is our best hope."—Duncan Luce, New York Times

"When I read The Evolution of Cooperation in draft form, I scribbled all over my copy: 'Incredible!' 'Amazing!' 'Weird!' 'Fascinating!' 'Elegant!' 'Great!' I guess that tells you what I genuinely think of this book."
Douglas Hofstadter, author of Gödel, Escher, Bach

"A fascinating introduction to the theory of cooperation, and written in a clear, informal style that makes it a joy to read."
Times Literary Supplement

 
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