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hierarchical-ecosystems
The chapter references a hierarchical concept of ecosystems, illustrating how ecological and social systems operate across nested levels of organization.
1 chapter across 1 book
Clock of the Long Now: Time and Responsibility (1999)Stewart Brand
CHAPTER 7, THE ORDER OF CIVILIZATION
Chapter 7, "The Order of Civilization," explores the interplay between ecological systems and human civilizations through multiple temporal scales. It emphasizes the concept of civilizations as dynamic equilibria shaped by survival imperatives and institutional adaptations, referencing ecosystem hierarchies and historical examples such as the Akkadian empire's collapse due to environmental factors. The chapter also highlights the emergence of the social sector as a distinct domain influencing cultural and institutional renewal.