“Without context words and actions have no meaning at all”
Quote by Gregory Bateson
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Rigor & imagination: essays from the legacy of Gregory Bateson
Rigor & imagination: essays from the legacy of Gregory Bateson is a compilation that examines the extensive intellectual legacy of Gregory Bateson. The book includes essays that analyze Bateson's groundbreaking theories in systems theory, cybernetics, and the study of complexity. It offers insights into his interdisciplinary approach, which has had a lasting impact on fields such as anthropology, biology, and philosophy. The essays within this collection provide a comprehensive look at Bateson's work, highlighting his innovative thinking and the enduring relevance of his ideas. more
Author
Gregory Bateson
Gregory Bateson was a prominent anthropologist whose research spanned across various fields such as culture, semiotics, systems theory, and cognitive science. His work has had a profound impact on interdisciplinary studies that followed. more
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