How the science of complexity can help save the natural world from collapse.. We all know that our planet is losing its biological diversity at an alarming rate, with frightening implications for our future. But when does an ecosystem hit the breaking point? In this important book, Princeton biologist Simon Levin offers general readers the first look at how the new science of complexity can help to solve our looming ecological crisis. Levin argues that our biosphere is the classic embodiment of what scientists call complex adaptive systems. By exploring how such systems work, we can determine how they might fail: How much loss can an ecosystem bear before it starts to collapse? How resilient are these systems? Do they in fact hover at the edge of chaos? A deeply original work on one of the most pressing issues of our time, Fragile Dominion is a powerful appeal to understand and protect the global commons.
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How the science of complexity can help save the natural world from collapse.. We all know that our planet is losing its biological diversity at an alarming rate, with frightening implications for our future. But when does an ecosystem hit the breaking point? In this important book, Princeton biologist Simon Levin offers general readers the first look at how the new science of complexity can help to solve our looming ecological crisis. Levin argues that our biosphere is the classic embodiment of what scientists call complex adaptive systems. By exploring how such systems work, we can determine how they might fail: How much loss can an ecosystem bear before it starts to collapse? How resilient are these systems? Do they in fact hover at the edge of chaos? A deeply original work on one of the most pressing issues of our time, Fragile Dominion is a powerful appeal to understand and protect the global commons.
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Librería: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de America
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Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Nº de ref. del artículo: G0738201111I3N00
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Librería: A Cappella Books, Inc., Atlanta, GA, Estados Unidos de America
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Librería: Paisleyhaze Books, New Hartford, CT, Estados Unidos de America
Hardcover. Condición: As New. Estado de la sobrecubierta: As New. 1st Edition. Perseus/Helix hardcover in dust jacket, 1999, 1st edition/1st printing, jacket price $27.00, unused and carefully stored, No remainder marks or "shelf wear" (as New/as New). We will add a custom fitted mylar cover, bubble-wrap the book and ship it in a BOX with delivery confirmation/tracking. NOTE: If the seller doesn't state the edition, you are very likely to receive a paperback, a low quality book club edition or a shop-worn remainder marked reprint copy a.k.a "New" to some sellers (caveat emptor). Nº de ref. del artículo: 11306
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Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good +. 1st Edition. 250 pp + Index. red boards with black cloth. Text has occasional margin lined notes with short black lines. There is no hi-liting or other misfortune. Nº de ref. del artículo: 1722909
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Librería: Book Lover's Warehouse, Johnson City, TN, Estados Unidos de America
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Librería: Callaghan Books South, New Port Richey, FL, Estados Unidos de America
Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine. 1st Ptg. (1st ptg., 1st edition) Large, heavy book, blue spine, red boards, very bright gilt lettering on spine, 250 pages. On title page just below printed name in thin felt-tip pen: "Simon Levin. November 12, 1999." DJ glossy, colorfully designed and illustrated in red and black, praise on back from Paul R. Ehrlich and others. DJ has tiny crease along bottom front edge. Near Fine DJ/Very Fine book. Signed by Author(s). Nº de ref. del artículo: 46997
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Librería: The Good Books Store, Chicago, IL, Estados Unidos de America
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