Making Choices: A Recasting of Decision Theory

ISBN-13: 9780521581813 / Angielski / Twarda / 1997 / 174 str.

Frederic Schick

Opis

The book aims to expand the scope and enrich the foundations of decision theory. By addressing such issues as ambivalence, inner conflict, and the constraints imposed upon us by our attachments to others, Frederic Schick reveals that our thinking is often more subtle than standard theories of rationality allow. Only a theory that respects that subtlety can illumine what is otherwise puzzling. The book contains many examples drawn from history and literature dealing with subjects such as love, war, friendship, and crime.

Recenzje

'… this was a succinct and well-written book, keeping the reader's attention throughout. Anyone with an interest in decision-making will undoubtedly develop a deepter and more appreciate understanding of the many issues and problems involved in this area of study.' The Philosopher's Magazine

Spis treści

1. Difficult choices; 2. Having reasons; 3. Rationality; 4. Shaping up; 5. Other people; 6. Social choice; 7. Choosing right.