Sawyer, R. Keith
Social Emergence: Societies As Complex Systems
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521606370
- author:
- Sawyer, R. Keith
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 276
- Dimensions:
- 23 x 15 x 2 cm
- Genre:
- Social & political philosophy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Social Emergence Societies As Complex Systems by R. Keith Sawyer explores how societies function as complex systems, challenging traditional views that focus solely on individual psychology and economic theories. Sawyer argues that understanding social phenomena requires considering multiple levels of analysis, including individuals, interactions, and groups, and examining the dynamic processes that give rise to these emergent properties. By adopting a dynamic approach, Sawyer seeks to resolve debates between sociologists and psychologists by developing the concept of emergence. This book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding complex social systems, making it an essential resource for scholars in sociology, philosophy, and political science. With its focus on communication processes among individual members, Social Emergence Societies As Complex Systems offers valuable insights into the nature of social life and the ways in which societies evolve over time.
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