TY - BOOK AU - Holland,John H. TI - Complexity: a very short introduction T2 - Very short introductions SN - 9780199662548 (pbk.) AV - Q175.32.C65 H65 2014 U1 - 501.0 PY - 2014/// CY - Oxford PB - Oxford University Press KW - Complexity (Philosophy) KW - fast KW - Komplexes System KW - gnd KW - Philosophie KW - Komplexität N1 - Includes bibliographical references (pages 91-92) and index N2 - "In this Very Short Introduction, John H. Holland, one of the leading figures in the field, introduces the key elements and conceptual framework of complexity. From complex physical systems such as fluid flow and the difficulties of predicting weather, to complex adaptive systems such as the diverse and interdependent ecosystems of rainforests, he uses simple examples to illustrate the approach and insights provided by complexity theory."-- ER -