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World at Risk

by Ulrich Beck
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Overview

This book by one of Europe's leading social and political theorists draws together key essays which argue that a new frame of reference is needed to understand the world risk society in which we live today. Beck focuses on ecological and technological questions of risk, and their sociological and political implications. In doing so, he discusses and answers some of the criticisms provoked by his earlier and much cited work on risk society.. "This book is an important text for students and scholars in sociology and politics. It will also be read by a broader audience interested in the key social and political questions of our time.

Synopsis

This major new book draws together key essays by one of Europe's leading social and political theorists.

About the Author, Ulrich Beck

Ulrich Beck is Professor of Sociology at the Ludwig-Maximilian University in Munich.

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Book Details

Published
December 1, 2008
Publisher
Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
Pages
240
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780745642000

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