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Why Complex Societies Collapse | Joseph Tainter

Planet: Critical

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This chapter critiques the belief that innovation is the ultimate answer to societal challenges, noting a significant decline in its productivity. Experts discuss the dangers of increasing complexity and resource demands, highlighting a potential collapse in complex societies amid ongoing global crises.

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