General System Theory Foundations Development by Ludwig Bertalanffy (48 results)

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Trade Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. First Edition, FIRST Printing. Trade PB in illustrated green wraps. Very Good. Spine scuffed and creased w/light slant, top edge stained, else Fine and unmarked. 289pp inc. Index. Book.

Condition: Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.98.

First printing of this edition. xxii + 311 pp w/index. Near fine in illustrated wrappers.

hardcover. Condition: GOOD. Dust Jacket Condition: VERY GOOD. n Second printing. Pencilled underlining. Jacket good but discolored, upper edge of pages are spotted. Firm strong binding and cover is excellent.

Condition: Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good, Not Price Clipped. American First. First Edition stated on verso of title page; some edge wear to boards and dust jacket; previous owner's name on inside front cover; otherwise a solid, clean copy with no marking or underlining; collectible condition. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Poor. No Jacket. First Edition. Hardcover First Edition/2nd Printing (Nov. 1969) in Poor condition without a dust jacket. The covers show significant wear, including splitting of the spine cloth at the rear shoulder, which has been glued back in place. The rear board has visible staining, including a round area of soiling about an inch and a half in diameter near the upper corner by the spine, along with general light soiling across the boards. The lower spine cap is missing. Former library book with typical markings such as stamps and bookplates. While the binding remains intact, it has some flexibility. All pages are present and unmarked, though they carry a slightly musty scent.*General System Theory: Foundations, Development, Applications* by Ludwig von Bertalanffy introduces the concept of systems thinking as a framework for understanding the interrelationships between various scientific disciplines. Moving beyond traditional reductionist approaches, the book emphasizes the importance of studying wholes rather than isolated parts. Von Bertalanffy outlines principles that apply to a wide range of fieldsfrom biology and psychology to sociology and engineeringproposing that systems exhibit universal behaviors that can be analyzed through common models and methods. This work helped lay the foundation for systems science, influencing areas such as cybernetics, systems biology, and organizational theory.The book will be carefully packaged for shipment using bubble wrap and sturdy cardboard to protect it from the elements. A USPS electronic tracking number will be issued free of charge. Feel free to contact us for more information or pictures regarding the book.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. No Jacket. First Edition. Hardcover; 8vo; 289 pages. Green paper hardcovers with silver titles on spine. Bright and crisp pages, with some very light underlining in pencil. Prev. owner's name on ffep and fep. VG+/--. Book.

General System Theory: Foundations, Development, Applications. Ludwig von Bertalanffy (University of Alberta, Edmonton). New York: George Braziller, 1968. First Edition, First Printing (stated). 289 pages. Condition: Book Like New, tight, bright, clean; small piece (~2") torn from the front free endpaper (presumably to remove a name); text and title pages unaffected. Dust jacket Like New, unclipped at $8.95; exceptionally sharp. Seminal formulation of General Systems Theory: open systems, isomorphisms across disciplines, equifinality, and the architecture of complex organizations. One of the most influential works in modern systems thinking.

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