Jackson, Matthew O.
Social and Economic Networks
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691148205
- author:
- Jackson, Matthew O.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 520
- Dimensions:
- 24.6 x 16.8 x 3.3 cm
- Genre:
- Economics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Understanding social networks is crucial to grasping how our lives are shaped by relationships and interactions. In "Social and Economic Networks", Matthew Jackson provides a comprehensive introduction to this topic, drawing on insights from economics, sociology, computer science, physics, and mathematics. Jackson explores the regularities exhibited by networks, including their statistical properties and modeling techniques used to analyze them. He also delves into topics such as learning and diffusion in networks, decision making influenced by social neighbors, game theory, and markets on networks. With detailed analysis and exercises included, this book is an indispensable resource for students and researchers in these fields. This book offers a thorough understanding of how social networks impact behavior and shape our societies, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to gain insight into the complex relationships that govern human interactions.
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