Tainter, Joseph
The Collapse of Complex Societies (New Studies in Archaeology)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521386739
- author:
- Tainter, Joseph
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1990
- Pages:
- 260
- Dimensions:
- 174 mm X 247 mm
- Genre:
- Archaeology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Collapse of Complex Societies is a thought-provoking exploration of societal collapse throughout history. Written by an archaeologist, this book offers insights that extend beyond the study of ancient societies to provide valuable lessons for the members of all societies in the present and future.
Dr. Tainter examines nearly two dozen cases of collapse and reviews over 2000 years of explanations, before developing a new theory that accounts for collapse among diverse kinds of societies. He evaluates his model through detailed studies of the Roman, Mayan, and Chacoan collapses, shedding light on the processes of disintegration.
This book is a valuable contribution to the social sciences, offering a fresh perspective on the causes and consequences of societal collapse. By understanding the common factors that lead to the downfall of complex societies, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the challenges facing modern societies.
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