Introduces a framework for analyzing contests in which there are more than two players or sets of conflicting interests, for readers with little mathematical background. Part I presents basic concepts and models, including levels of game-theoretic analysis, individual and group rationality, and the kernel. Part II delves into the theory's social applications, including small markets, simple games and legislatures, and coalitions and power. Of interest to economists, political scientists, and general readers interested in mathematics. This is an unabridged republication of a work published in 1970 by The University of Michigan press. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)