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Complexity theory and the social sciences : an introduction /

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.

Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Byrne, D. S. (David S.), 1947- (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: London ; New York : Routledge, 1998.
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Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction
  • Understanding the complex
  • The reality of the complex: the complexity of the real
  • Complexity and the quantitative programme in social science
  • Analysing social complexity
  • Complex spaces: regions, cities and neighbourhoods in a complex world
  • The complex character of health and illness
  • Complexity, education and change
  • Complexity and policy: the limits to urban governance
  • Conclusion.