...Michael Hechter Gintis and Helbing suggest that certain elements from classical sociological theory can be usefully incorporated into a general equilibrium model, thereby providing a superior explanation of social behavior. Although the paper seemingly is addressed to sociologists, I argue...

...Ulrich Witt In their paper to be discussed here, Gintis and Helbing elaborate on a broad range of topics. Their major suggestion is, however, that the notion of general social equilibrium should be made the core of sociological theory, mimicking in this respect the role of general equilibrium...

... arguments for the future of sociology as a separate discipline. © 2015 G. M. Hodgson 2015 G. M. Hodgson Licensed re-use rights only Preferences Rational choice theory Utility Altruism Morality Evolution Sociology Economics The paper by Herbert Gintis and Dirk Helbing – in which...