Social impact of disasters books

The field of disaster law has witnessed a huge surge in interest over the past few years. The editors have brought...  Read More >>

During Katrina and Rita, journalists responded largely by redefining traditional ideals of fairness, balance, and...  Read More >>

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This book breaks down primary concepts of coastal vulnerability by providing a thorough discussion of the concept....  Read More >>

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Be prepared when disaster strikes with this comprehensive guide to the basics of disaster preparation and response....  Read More >>

Contributors to this volume—from anthropology, archaeology, environmental studies, geology, and biology—show that...  Read More >>

""The Pocket Disaster Survival Guide"" is a comprehensive and easy-to-use resource to help readers cope with emergency...  Read More >>

For the past 14 years I have worked as a psychologist volunteering with the University of Missouri's International...  Read More >>

Professional search and rescue workers consider Susan Bulanda's Ready! Training the Search and Rescue Dog the bible...  Read More >>

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Hurricanes, landslides, floods, blizzards, tornadoes, lightning strikes, fires and heat waves often cause significant...  Read More >>

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How did the events of September 11, 2001 come to be thought of as 9/11? This title presents an account of post-9/11...  Read More >>

A deeply reported account of life inside Burma in the months following the disastrous Cyclone Nargis and an analysis...  Read More >>

A deeply reported account of life inside Burma in the months following the disastrous Cyclone Nargis and an analysis...  Read More >>

A deeply reported account of life inside Burma in the months following the disastrous Cyclone Nargis and an analysis...  Read More >>

Scent of the Missing is the story of Charleson's adventures with her search-and-rescue dog and the complex bond...  Read More >>

In 25 illustrated, hilariously fear-inducing essays, Brockway introduces us to the incredible but very real scientific...  Read More >>

This book explores the aftermath of the tsunami in Sri Lanka, where coastal communities that are significantly different...  Read More >>

Scent of the Missing is the story of the adventures of Susannah and her dog, Puzzle, and the complex relationship...  Read More >>

Scent of the Missing is the story of the adventures of Susannah and her dog, Puzzle, and the complex relationship...  Read More >>

Whether the disasters came from the earth itself, from fire, air, or water, Chicago has paid its dues in blood,...  Read More >>

This monumental work provides a new perspective on the changing historical significance of famines in China over...  Read More >>