The Earthscan Reader on Risk

by Åsa Boholm

This new anthology is a comprehensive introduction to the field of risk theory. The introduction provides the ideal starting point for students and professionals new to risk studies and offers a concise refresher for researchers and practitioners. Coverage includes the origins of the 'concept of risk' and its often misunderstood cousin 'uncertainty, ' before moving on to address risk perception, risk communication, the idea of trust and post trust...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1844076873
• ISBN13: 9781844076871
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.1"