The Systems View of Life, A Unifying Vision (PDF)
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- Synopsis
- Over the past 30 years, a new systemic conception of life has emerged at the forefront of science. New emphasis has been given to complexity, networks, and patterns of organization, leading to a novel kind of “systemic” thinking. This volume integrates the ideas, models, and theories underlying the systems view of life into a single coherent framework. Taking a broad sweep through history and across scientific disciplines, the authors examine the appearance of key concepts such as autopoiesis, dissipative structures, social networks, and a systemic understanding of evolution. The implications of the systems view of life for healthcare, management, and our global ecological and economic crises are also discussed. Written primarily for undergraduates, it is also essential reading for graduate students and researchers interested in understanding the new systemic conception of life and its implications for a broad range of professions – from economics and politics to medicine, psychology, and law.
- Copyright:
- 2014
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- ISBN-13:
- 9781107011366
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- Date of Addition:
- 12/07/18
- Copyrighted By:
- Fritjof Capra and Pier Luigi Luisi
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Science, Business and Finance, Psychology, Law, Legal Issues and Ethics, Politics and Government
- Submitted By:
- Debbie Morton
- Proofread By:
- N/A
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.
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