Social theories of risk and uncertainty : an introduction

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Social theories of risk and uncertainty : an introduction

edited by Jens O. Zinn

Blackwell Pub., 2008

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  • : pbk

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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内容説明

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

目次

1. Introduction: The contribution of sociology to the discourse on risk and uncertainty:Jens O. Zinn. 2. Risk society and reflexive modernisation: Wolfgang Bonss. 3. Governmentality and risk:Pat O'Malley. 4. Systems theory and risk:Klaus-Peter Japp & Isabel Kusche. 5. Edgework, risk and uncertainty: Stephen Lyng. 6. Culture and risk: John Tulloch. 7. Comparison and perspectives of sociological theorizing on risk and uncertainty: Jens O. Zinn

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