Nonlinear Systems Theory, Feminism, and Postprocessualism
Author
Source
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-15, 15 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-12-02
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
15
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
This paper explores the insights that nonlinear systems theory can contribute to archaeological theory and method.
Dynamical nonlinear systems theory, chaos theory, and complexity theory are first defined, and their interrelationships are discussed.
Then chaotic processes are described and exemplified in processes relevant to archaeology.
Some applications of nonlinear systems theory in archaeology are briefly reviewed.
Next, it is argued that culture is a nonlinear system.
Finally, an exploration of similarities, differences, and relationships between nonlinear systems theory, feminist theory, and postprocessual archaeology leads to suggestions for expansions and synergies among these theories.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Spencer-Wood, Suzanne M.. 2013. Nonlinear Systems Theory, Feminism, and Postprocessualism. Journal of Archaeology،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-15.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Spencer-Wood, Suzanne M.. Nonlinear Systems Theory, Feminism, and Postprocessualism. Journal of Archaeology No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-15.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-479942
American Medical Association (AMA)
Spencer-Wood, Suzanne M.. Nonlinear Systems Theory, Feminism, and Postprocessualism. Journal of Archaeology. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-15.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-479942
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-479942