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In "The Evolution of Cooperation," Robert M. Axelrod applies game theory to show how mutual cooperation can emerge among self‑interested participants—such as individuals, businesses, and superpowers—even in the absence of centralized control or policing. Drawing on the prisoner's dilemma and other strategic games, he demonstrates how repeated interactions, reputation, and communication can foster stable, cooperative behavior that benefits all parties involved.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Psychology/Social Psychology
Authors: Robert M. Axelrod
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