The spatial dimension of risk : how geography shapes the emergence of riskscapes / / edited by Detlef Muller-Mahn.

"Through its exploration of the spatial dimensions of risk, this book offers a brand new approach to theorizing risk, and significant improvements in how to manage, tolerate and take risks. A broad range of risks are examined, including natural hazards, climate change, political violence, and s...

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Year of Publication:2013
Language:English
Series:Earthscan risk in society series ; 27
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Physical Description:xviii, 243 p. :; ill., maps.
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Summary:"Through its exploration of the spatial dimensions of risk, this book offers a brand new approach to theorizing risk, and significant improvements in how to manage, tolerate and take risks. A broad range of risks are examined, including natural hazards, climate change, political violence, and state failure"--
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781849710855 (hardback)
9780203109595 (electronic bk.)
Hierarchical level:Monograph
Statement of Responsibility: edited by Detlef Muller-Mahn.