Systemic Intervention: Philosophy, Methodology, and Practice

by Gerald Midgley

This book aims to rethink systemic intervention to enhance its relevance for supporting social change in the 21 st century. It offers a new systems philosophy and methodology, focusing upon the fundamental importance of exploring value and boundary judgements as part of the intervention process. It includes four detailed examples of the practice of systemic intervention.

Hardcover

First published January 31, 2001

Reviews

[Tweetyich · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was recommended by my PhD advisors (several times before I was brave enough to read it). It was no easy read for someone new to systems thinking (like me). I struggled with the (for me as a practitioner rather abstract) part on philosophy and methodology but immensely enjoyed the examples in part three. Despite the concentration and perseverance required, I gained a treasure of inspiration and new insights from reading this book. And I am pretty sure that I will read it again once I gained more experience in systems thinking and will then enjoy even more Heureka moments. All in all highly recommended for everyone serious about learning and applying systems thinking!