ISBN: 9780738201115 - fragile dominion: complexity and the commons (16 risultati)

Hardback. Condizione: Good. 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.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Fair. With dust jacket. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Condizione: very_good. Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy.

Hardcover. Condizione: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardback. Condizione: Good. 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.…

Condizione: very_good. Gently read. May have name of previous ownership, or ex-library edition. Binding tight; spine straight and smooth, with no creasing; covers clean and crisp. Minimal signs of handling or shelving. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships USPS Media Mail.…

Condizione: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: good.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Prompt Shipment, shipped in Boxes, Tracking PROVIDEDGood copy with ink markings to few pages. Very good dust jacket.

Hardcover. Condizione: As New. Condizione sovraccoperta: 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). …

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: 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.

Hardcover. Condizione: New. The binding is in good shape. There is very little shelf wear. The pages of this book are clean and unmarked. A good solid copy. FAST SHIPPING & FREE TRACKING.

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: 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). …

Hardcover. Condizione: As New. Condizione sovraccoperta: As New. 1st Edition. First Printing. Signed and dated by author. Signed by Author.