A Modern Guide to Knowledge: From Knowledge Economies to Knowledge in the Anthropocene

Francisco Javier Carrillo's book explores how to understand the underlying behavioral basis of the knowledge economy and society, highlighting the need for a global adoption of a knowledge-based value creation and distribution paradigm. It examines the challenges of the Anthropocene and proposes radical changes to modern knowledge systems to meet them. The book offers an integrated view of epistemic, theoretical, technical, and political developments in several fields of knowledge-related aspects of economy and society.

Format: Hardback
Length: 458 pages
Publication date: 15 November 2022
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd

Francisco Javier Carrillo delves into the intricate realm of understanding the behavioral underpinnings of the knowledge economy and society in his comprehensive work, "Outlining an Integrative Theory of Knowledge." Through a series of chapters, he highlights the critical importance of embracing a knowledge-based value creation and distribution paradigm on a global scale if we are to bridge the gap between a sustainable biosphere and a viable economy. Carrillo's exploration goes beyond mere philosophy, encompassing the diverse branches of knowledge, including the sciences of knowledge. He delves into the challenges posed by the Anthropocene and explores how modern knowledge systems must undergo radical transformations to address them effectively.

The Modern Guide, a comprehensive and engaging read, provides a comprehensive overview of the knowledge economy and society, tracing its historical development and evolving understanding. Carrillo further examines the complexities of the Anthropocene and explores how knowledge systems can adapt to meet these challenges. The guide then shifts its focus to the integration of epistemic, theoretical, technical, and political developments across various fields of knowledge, offering a more holistic perspective.

This multidisciplinary work appeals to scholars, researchers, and students interested in knowledge, society, and the environment. It offers valuable insights into re-evaluating knowledge in a broader context and provides policymakers and governmental analysts with valuable perspectives on the unviability of our current economic culture and the potential pathways for a sustainable future.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800378629