Elster
contemporaryAnalytic Philosophy / Rational Choice Theoryb. 1940
Jon Elster is a Norwegian social and political theorist known for his work on rational choice theory, social norms, and the philosophy of social science. He has made significant contributions to analytic Marxism, methodological individualism, and the study of emotions and rationality in decision-making.
Notable Achievements
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Pioneered analytic Marxism alongside G.A. Cohen and John Roemer
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Developed influential theories of rational choice and its limits
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Authored 'Ulysses and the Sirens' on precommitment and rationality
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Advanced methodological individualism in social science
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Contributed foundational work on social norms and collective action