The Art of Political Manipulation
Author | : William H. Riker |
Publisher | : Yale University Press |
Total Pages | : 172 |
Release | : 1986-01-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 0300035926 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780300035926 |
Rating | : 4/5 (926 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Art of Political Manipulation by : William H. Riker
Download or read book The Art of Political Manipulation written by William H. Riker and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 1986-01-01 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Riker uses game theory to illustrate political strategy in twelve stories from history and current events, including Lincoln's outmaneuvering of Douglas in their debates and the parliamentary trick which defeated the Equal Rights Amendment in the 1980 Virginia Senate vote.