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- 228 pages
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- 8 hours
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Exploring the concept of collapse, this book examines how sudden failures occur in complex systems, drawing on insights from various disciplines. It highlights the rapid nature of ruin contrasted with the slow growth of fortune, as articulated by Seneca. Through real-world examples, including structural failures and ecological crises, the author emphasizes the importance of embracing change to prevent collapse. The work aims to provide a nuanced understanding of societal challenges, encouraging proactive management of future risks rather than passive acceptance.
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The Seneca Effect, Ugo Bardi
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- 2017
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- Title
- The Seneca Effect
- Subtitle
- Why Growth is Slow but Collapse is Rapid
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Ugo Bardi
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing
- Publisher
- 2017
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 228
- ISBN13
- 9783319572062
- Description
- Exploring the concept of collapse, this book examines how sudden failures occur in complex systems, drawing on insights from various disciplines. It highlights the rapid nature of ruin contrasted with the slow growth of fortune, as articulated by Seneca. Through real-world examples, including structural failures and ecological crises, the author emphasizes the importance of embracing change to prevent collapse. The work aims to provide a nuanced understanding of societal challenges, encouraging proactive management of future risks rather than passive acceptance.