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Against the gods
The remarkable story of risk
Peter L. Bernstein · 1998 · 400 pages
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About the book
A fascinating journey through the history of risk and probability, from ancient times to the modern era. Peter Bernstein explores how humanity developed mathematical tools to deal with uncertainty and how this transformed economics, finance, and decision-making. A classic that reveals why the concept of risk is so fundamental to understanding the contemporary world.
Book details
| Author | Peter L. Bernstein |
|---|---|
| Original title | Against the Gods |
| Year of publication | 1998 |
| Pages | 400 |
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