Complexity Theory for a Sustainable Future

by Jon Norberg, Graeme Cumming, Graeme S. Cumming

Book Overview

Complexity theory illuminates the many interactions between natural and social systems, providing a better understanding of the general principles that can help solve some of today's most pressing environmental issues. Complexity theory was developed from key ideas in economics, physics, biology, and the social sciences and contributes to important new concepts for approaching issues of environmental sustainability such as resilience, scaling,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0231134614
• ISBN13: 9780231134613
• Release Date: July 2008
• Publisher: Columbia University Press
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.9" x 8.7"