Ideas Can Change the World
Nash’s concept of the Nash Equilibrium revolutionized economics and game theory. One insight, when nurtured, can reshape entire fields and futures.
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The story beautifully weaves together themes of genius, madness, love, and perseverance. It explores how Nash battles the voices in his mind, his quest to distinguish reality from illusion, and the crucial role of his wife Alicia in his recovery and survival.
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