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 fields from biology and psychology to sociology and engineering proposing 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.

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Title: General System Theory: Foundations, Development Applications
Publisher: George Braziller, Inc., New York
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: First Edition.
Condition: Poor
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

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General System Theory: Foundations, Development Applications

von Bertalanffy, Ludwig

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