Anticipation, Agency and Complexity

This volume compiles proceedings from a 2017 workshop in Trento, exploring the interconnected themes of agency, complexity, and anticipation, offering valuable insights for understanding the challenges of an unpredictable future.

Anticipation, Agency and Complexity compiles a selection of proceedings from the Workshop on Anticipation, Agency, and Complexity, which took place in Trento, Italy, in April 2017. This volume brings together a range of contributions that delve into three fundamental concepts: agency, complexity, and anticipation. These themes are explored in depth, offering valuable insights that help to further articulate the emerging discipline of anticipation.

In our rapidly changing world, characterized by the potential for disruptive events, there is an increasing demand among scholars and practitioners for innovative approaches to navigate the complexities and uncertainties of the future. The theory of anticipation serves as a framework for understanding how potential futures are deeply interconnected with our present circumstances. By examining these links, the contributors aim to shed light on how anticipation can inform decision-making and strategic planning across various fields.

The discussions presented in this volume not only highlight the theoretical aspects of anticipation but also emphasize its practical implications. As professionals seek to make sense of an unpredictable landscape, the insights found within this book offer guidance on how to embrace complexity and cultivate agency. Ultimately, Anticipation, Agency and Complexity serves as a crucial resource for those looking to explore the intersections of these concepts and their relevance in both academic and real-world contexts.