Discrete Dynamics in Nature and Society
Volume 1 (1997), Issue 2, Pages 111-126
doi:10.1155/S1026022697000125

Nonlinearity in social dynamics -- order versus chaos

Abstract

This paper discusses the significance of applying nonlinear theory to examine the complexity of social and economic evolution. First, we generally examine possible implications of nonlinear theory for analyzing the complexity of human societies. Second, we select two socio-economic models to illustrate our viewpoints.