The Theory of Social Choice

by Peter C. Fishburn

Book Overview

One fundamental premise of democratic theory is that social policy, group choice, or collective action should be based on the preferences of the individuals in the society, group, or collective. Using the tools of formal mathematical analysis, Peter C. Fishburn explores and defines the conditions for social choice and methods for synthesizing individuals' preferences. This study is unique in its emphasis on social choice functions, the general...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0691619190
• ISBN13: 9780691619194
• Release Date: March 2015
• Publisher: Princeton University Press
• Length: 278 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"