The Complete Idiot's Guide to Game Theory

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Game Theory
Author: Edward C. Rosenthal Ph.D.
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 419
Release: 2011-03-01
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1101478845

Gain some insight into the game of life... Game Theory means rigorous strategic thinking. It is based on the idea that everyone acts competitively and in his own best interest. With the help of mathematical models, it is possible to anticipate the actions of others in nearly all life's enterprises. This book includes down-to-earth examples and solutions, as well as charts and illustrations designed to help teach the concept. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Game Theory, Dr. Edward C. Rosenthal makes it easy to understand game theory with insights into: • The history of the discipline made popular by John Nash, the mathematician dramatized in the film A Beautiful Mind • The role of social behavior and psychology in this amazing discipline • How important game theory has become in our society and why

The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Middle Ages

The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Middle Ages
Author: Timothy C. Hall M.A.
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2009-02-03
Genre: History
ISBN: 1440698740

Shed some light on one of history’s darkest periods. The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to the Middle Ages gives readers the beginning, middle, and end of the era, starting with the fall of the Roman Empire in the year 550 and ending with the Renaissance in 1500—and covers some uncomfortable similarities between the so-called “Dark Ages” and today’s “modern world.” - A fascinating, fact-filled book that delivers more than a thousand years of history in easy-to-understand chapters. - Many AP European History students are urged to read an overview of medieval Europe to aid in their understanding of modern Europe, and a number of high schools have adopted elective courses in medieval history. - Complete with a timeline, a who’s who, and guides to further reading and the Middle Ages in film.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Child and Adolescent Psychology

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Child and Adolescent Psychology
Author: Jack C. Westman M.D., M.S.
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 483
Release: 2011-07-05
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 110151678X

Simplifying a complex subject. Child psychology is required for college level psych and elementary education majors. It is a complex subject that can include developmental psychology, biology, sociological psychology, and various schools of theory and therapies. The only sources of information about this complex subject are long, expensive textbooks. Until now. This, the first trade book to give a detailed, easy to understand explanation of the subject. • Age-by-age discussion of the psychological development of children.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding North Korea

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding North Korea
Author: C. Kenneth Quinones
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2003
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781592571697

In this accessible guide, readers will find unmatched expert analysis of the volatile situation in North Korea, along with answers to frequently asked questions. Covered topics include: ¬ North Korea's geography, people, industry, political systems, and government ¬ The history of the country, from myths to kingdoms, including Japan's colonial rule and its effects ¬ The dictator, Kim Jong Il, and his father, Kim Il Sung ¬ The possibility of reunification with South Korea ¬ Options for international involvement

The Complete Idiot's Guide to World History, 2nd Edition

The Complete Idiot's Guide to World History, 2nd Edition
Author: Timothy C. Hall, M.A.
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 401
Release: 2012-01-03
Genre: History
ISBN: 1101556188

Puts world events in a context that is relevant for today's students and casual readers Updated to include the significant events from the past several years

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Knowledge Management

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Knowledge Management
Author: Melissie Clemmons Rumizen
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2002
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780028641775

Discusses management models and concepts, strategies for sharing knowledge, and ways to implement the concept within a company.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Buying a Piano

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Buying a Piano
Author: Jennifer B. Flinn
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Total Pages: 442
Release: 2008-09-02
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0241882923

Tune in and tone down piano-shopping stress. Unfamiliar with manufacturers, manufacturing methods, materials, or price ranges, the piano buyer can still educate himself before making the big investment, saving time, money, and frustration. This is the first book written by salespeople that dispels myths and airs dirty tricks, making it an easy-to- use buyer's guide for all the well known, and many of the not-so-well known, piano models. *How to choose from new or used, digital or acoustic, upright, grand, hybrid, or player pianos *Nearly half a million pianos are purchased annually in the United States, with Americans spending nearly $1.7 billion a year on them *Piano technicians and teachers require this accurate information to dispense advice on buying

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Technical Writing

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Technical Writing
Author: Krista Van Laan
Publisher: Alpha Books
Total Pages: 333
Release: 2001
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9780028641461

Covers the field of technical writing, providing information on such topics as building a portfolio, writing an effective resume, finding well-paying jobs, passing a writing exam, and creating a document online.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Programming Basics

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Programming Basics
Author: Clayton Walnum
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2002
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9780028642864

Introduces basic concepts of computer programming, including program flow and branching, Boolean operators and expressions, logic errors, detecting and debugging errors, and object-oriented programming techniques.