Barriers and Bridges to the Renewal of Regional Ecosystems: Barriers and Bridges to the Renewal of Ecosystems and Institutions [Hardcover]

Lance H. Gunderson (Author), C. S. Holling (Author), Stephen S. Light (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 15, 1995

This volume uses a series of case studies to test an emerging theory of complex adaptive systems that forms the basis for explaining the interrelated dynamics of ecosystems, institutions and society. It deals equally with institutional organization and ecosystem structure.

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Successfully explains the many ways in which resource management can be confounded by the temporal and spatial scales of ecosystem change. In doing so, it justifies its main conclusion that institutions should try to manage by change rather than simply react to it.' -- Environment

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Lance H. Gunderson, C. S. Holling, and Stephen S. Light

Product Details

• Hardcover: 593 pages
• Publisher: Columbia University Press (May 15, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0231101023
• ISBN-13: 978-0231101028
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #557,828 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)