Summary:
The book explores the principles of complexity theory and how they manifest in various aspects of everyday life, from traffic jams to market economies. It delves into the behavior of crowds, the dynamics of social networks, and the collective intelligence that emerges from simple individual actions.
Key points:
1. Swarm Intelligence: Fisher explores how simple rules in groups, like ant colonies, lead to smart outcomes and how this can improve everyday processes.
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