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Systems Theory
Modern Sociological Theory

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Niklas Luhmann
This site contains links to some of Luhmann's works on communication, globalization, and science, as well as works written about Luhmann.
( http://www.libfl.ru/Luhmann/ )
Cybernetics and Systems Theory
This site provides a good general introduction to the principles of cybernetic systems theory, as well as links to reference works, bibliographies, and introductory texts. It emphasizes the multi-disciplinary character of systems theory.
( http://pespmc1.vub.ac.be/CYBSYSTH.html )
Biography of Niklas Luhmann
This site contains a concise intellectual biography of Luhmann, including brief, accessible discussions of his central concepts and their historical-biographical contexts.
( http://www.isss.org/lumluhmann.htm )
Obituary: Niklas Luhmann
This page contains an obituary of Luhmann from The Guardian newspaper (London). It summarizes his life and work.
( http://www.cla.sc.edu/socy/faculty/deflem/luhmobit.htm )
Autopoietic Theory and Social Systems: Theory and Practice
This site provides many points of view on Luhmann's work on autopoiesis, as well as some background on the concept.
( http://www.acm.org/siggroup/auto/Main.html )
Luhmann On-Line Newsletter
This site archives a newsletter dedicated to Luhmann's systems theory. The newsletters contain articles for beginners and experts alike.
( http://www.sociocyberforum.org/newsletter/ )
Sociological Research Online: Book Reviews
This site contains a review of Luhmann's books on love and modernity. Students might find it useful as an introduction to Luhmann's thinking on substantive topics, as well as his key ideas.
( http://www.socresonline.org.uk/5/2/luhmann.html )