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Game theory can help us understand great literature

Applying the rational choice principle that forms the basis of game theory can help readers better understand decisions made by characters in classic texts ranging from from The Bible to Catch 22.

Game theory models are common in the sciences and social sciences but have rarely been applied to the humanities.

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