Dynamics in Human and Primate Societies: Agent-Based Modeling of Social and Spatial Processes (Santa Fe Institute Studies in the Sciences of Complexity) [Paperback]

Timothy A. Kohler (Editor), George G. Gumerman (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0195131681 | ISBN-13: 978-0195131680 | Publication Date: February 10, 2000

As part of the SFI series, this book presents the most up-to-date research in the study of human and primate societies, presenting recent advances in software and algorithms for modeling societies. It also addresses case studies that have applied agent-based modeling approaches in archaeology, cultural anthropology, primatology, and sociology. Many things set this book apart from any other on modeling in the social sciences, including the emphasis on small-scale societies and the attempts to maximize realism in the modeling efforts applied to social problems and questions. It is an ideal book for professionals in archaeology or cultural anthropology as well as a valuable tool for those studying primatology or computer science.

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About the Author

Timothy A. Kohler is at Washington State University. George G. Gummerman is at University of Arizona.

Product Details

• Paperback: 416 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA (February 10, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0195131681
• ISBN-13: 978-0195131680
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,893,735 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)