A Primer in Social Choice Theory (LSE Perspectives in Economic Analysis)
By Wulf Gaertner

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Number Of Pages: 216
Publication Date: 2006-08-10
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0199297517
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780199297511
Binding: Paperback

Processes of collective decision making are seen throughout modern society. How does a government decide on an investment strategy within the health care and educational sectors? Should a government or a community introduce measures to combat climate change and CO2 emissions, even if others choose not too? Should a country develop a nuclear capability despite the risk that other countries may follow their lead? This introductory text explores the theory of social choice. Social choice theory provides an analysis of collective decision making. The main aim of the book is to introduce students to the various methods of aggregating the preferences of all members of a given society into some social or collective preference. Written as a primer suitable for advanced undergraduates and graduates, this text will act as an important starting point for students grappling with the complexities of social choice theory. Rigorous yet accessible, this primer avoids the use of technical language and provides an up-to-date discussion of this rapidly developing field.

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