Complexity Theory and the Social Sciences

An Introduction

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Sociology
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Author: David Byrne ISBN: 9781134714735
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: January 4, 2002
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: David Byrne
ISBN: 9781134714735
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: January 4, 2002
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

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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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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