Complexity Theory and the Social Sciences

Complexity Theory and the Social Sciences
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 215
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ISBN-10 : 9781134714742
ISBN-13 : 1134714742
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Book Synopsis Complexity Theory and the Social Sciences by : David Byrne

Download or read book Complexity Theory and the Social Sciences written by David Byrne and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2002-01-04 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chaos and complexity are the new buzz words in both science and contemporary society. The ideas they represent have enormous implications for the way we understand and engage with the world. Complexity Theory and the Social Sciences introduces students to the central ideas which surround the chaos/complexity theories. It discusses key concepts before using them as a way of investigating the nature of social research. By applying them to such familiar topics as urban studies, education and health, David Byrne allows readers new to the subject to appreciate the contribution which complexity theory can make to social research and to illuminating the crucial social issues of our day.


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