"Social Theories of Risk and Uncertainty" - это книга, написанная ведущими экспертами в области социологии риска и неопределенности. Она представляет собой введение в основные теоретические подходы к риску и неопределенности в социологии. Книга дает обзор исторических разработок и концептуальных аспектов риска, определяет необходимость теоретического подхода к риску и подчеркивает специфические вклады социологии в эту область исследований. В ней рассматриваются ключевые темы, включая риск-общество и рефлексивную модернизацию, культуру и риск, управленческий подход к риску, теорию систем и риск, а также граничные ситуации и добровольный риск. Книга также предлагает всесторонний взгляд на обещания, проблемы и перспективы теоретического подхода к риску.
Written by leading experts from all over the world, "Social Theories of Risk adn Uncertainty" gives an overview on the main sociological theories related to risk and uncertainties. Here you will find information about the historical backround and conceptual elements of risk. Additionally, this valuable work identifies why it is useful to have theories about risk and honounds the distinct contributions made in this field by sociologists. Special attention is paid to topical subjetcs, such as the "risk society" and "reflexive modernization", and to the interplay betwen culture and risks, societal govenance and the perception of risk, the role of systems theory in the analysis of uncertanties, as well as exploration of the edgework individuals perform on their own volition in facing risks. This important book also brings to light the pros, cons, and potential perspectives in the theories of risk developed by sociologists worldwide.
Электронная Книга «Social Theories of Risk and Uncertainty» написана автором Jens Zinn O. в году.
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Язык: Английский
ISBN: 9781444301496
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Written by leading experts in the field, Social Theories of Risk and Uncertainty is an introduction to mainstream theorizing on risk and uncertainty in sociology. Provides an overview of the historical developments and conceptual aspects of risk Identifies why theorizing on risk is necessary and highlights specific sociological contributions to this field of research Explores key topics including risk society and reflexive modernization, culture and risk, governmentality and risk, systems theory and risk, and edgework and voluntary risk taking Offers a comprehensive look at the promises, pitfalls, and perspectives of risk theorizing
