Social Theories of Risk and Uncertainty

Written by leading experts in the field, <i>Social Theories of Risk and Uncertainty</i> is an introduction to mainstream theorizing on risk and uncertainty in sociology. <br /> <ul> <li style=”list-style: none”><br /> </li> <li>Provides an overview of the historical developments and conceptual aspects of risk<br /> </li> <li>Identifies why theorizing on risk is necessary and highlights specific sociological contributions to this field of research<br /> </li> <li>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<br /> </li> <li>Offers a comprehensive look at the promises, pitfalls, and perspectives of risk theorizing</li> </ul>