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Sync: The Emerging Science of Spontaneous
Order by Steven Strogatz Using complexity theory as a backdrop Strogatz explores the phenomena of self-organization. Using mathematics and examples from the natural world such as brainwaves, and the synchronized blinking of fireflies to illustrate how synchronization occurs. From cells to the cosmos , the book delves deeply into the mysteries of how the universe works and the conditions for self organization. Strogatz references Einstein, Richard Feynman, Edward Lorenz and others as he set out his case. The reader is left with an exhilarating sense of connectedness. It changes how you see the world. ..
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COMPLEXITY: THE EMERGING SCIENCE AT THE EDGE
OF ORDER AND CHAOS by Mitchell M. Waldrop This book provides a seductive introduction to complexity. Using the founding of the Santa Fe Institute as the setting for the book, Waldrop weaves the story of the beginnings of complexity science around the people who helped to explore the new territory. He takes you inside the thinking of John Holland, Stuart Kauffman, Brian Arthur, Gell-Mann and George Cowan. and describes the challenges faced in gaining acceptance for new ideas. By linking the story to people, Waldrop avoids getting mired in mathematical explanations. As a result is a book is accessible to the non- scientists among us and is a highly satisfying read. The book grabs you and takes you along on journey of discovery into the fundamental nature of life. Along the way, the reader learns about the concepts of complexity , the deep questions which scientists are exploring.
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Harnessing Complexity, Organizational
Implications of a Scientific Frontier by Robert Axelrod, Michael D. Cohen This book provides a good primer on the terms used in the complexity field and a review of some of the key strategies used in nature to improve fit and survivability. It does not, not provide much in the way of tools for the application of complexity concepts in organizations. Those looking for a tookkit will be disappointed, those who are looking for an introduction to complexity and and a generalized approach to applying complexity to organizational issues will be pleased. My experience is that this book provides a quick reference to some key terms and concepts rather than an in depth study.
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Complexity : Life at the Edge of Chaos by Roger Lewin This introduction to complexity science is light on the science and heavy on the people who are pioneers in the field. Through his interviews with people, Lewin introduces key ideas in the field in a way which provides a introduction to complexity. An interesting read for the non scientists among us. It's critics decry the lack of in depth science and hard definitions- by then that is why it has appeal.
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The Hidden Connections: a Science for
Sustainable Living by Fritjof Capra From the author of The Tao of Physics and The Turning Point ( which was made into the movie MindWalk. This book, in addition to an exploration of how complexity relates to life, our mind, and society, has an excellent chapter on "Life and Leadership in Organizations". I found myself making notes every few lines as I read. Capra, extends his examination of the implcations of complexity to global capitalism , bio technology and the cahllenges that face the world. |
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