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John Michael Tutill Thompson, born on 7 June 1937 in Cottingham, England, is an Honorary Fellow in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics at the University of Cambridge. He is married with two children.

H. B. Stewart is the author of Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos, 2nd Edition, published by Wiley.

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Covering one of the fastest growing areas of applied mathematics, Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos: Second Edition, is a fully updated edition of this highly respected text. Covering a breadth of topics, ranging from the basic concepts to applications in the physical sciences, the book is highly illustrated and written in a clear and comprehensible style.<br /> * Provides a self-contained introduction to the theory and applications of nonlinear dynamics and chaos.<br /> <br /> * Introduces the concepts of instabilities, bifurcations, and catastrophes.<br /> <br /> * Each idea is carefully explained and supported by examples.<br /> <br /> * Features many applications to a wide variety of scientific fields.<br /> <br /> * Includes an illustrated glossary of geometrical dynamics.<br /> <br /> * Features a supplementary bibliography of further reading.<br /> <br /> * Assumes minimal background knowledge.<br /> Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos: Second Edition provides an excellent introduction to the subject for students of mathematics, engineering, physics and applied science. It will also appeal to the many researchers who work with computer models of systems that change over time.