The Evolution of Complexity

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Introduces the evolution of complexity throughout the 3.8-billion year evolutionary history of our planet. Ends with a discussion of the present and future of the Anthropocene. Provides a grand narrative and also introduces core scientific concepts from evolutionary theory, complexity science, physics, anthropology, cultural evolution and history. Provides a solid foundation in the sciences needed to understand the past, present and future of our planet and understand how knowledge is created within these sciences.