The Angry Earth - Disaster in Anthropological Perspective (Paperback, 2nd edition)

The Angry Earth explores how various cultures in different historical moments have responded to calamity, offering insight into the complex relationship between societies and their environments. From hurricanes, floods, and earthquakes to oil spills and nuclear accidents, disasters triggered by both natural and technological hazards have become increasingly frequent and destructive across the planet. Through case studies drawn from around the globe the contributors to this volume examine issues ranging from the social and political factors that set the stage for disaster, to the cultural processes experienced by survivors, to the long-term impact of disasters on culture and society. In the second edition, each chapter has been updated with a postscript to reflect on recent developments in the field. There is also new material on key present-day topics including epidemics, drought, non-governmental organizations, and displacement and resettlement. This book demonstrates the relevance of studying disaster from an anthropological perspective and is a valuable resource not only for anthropologists but for other fields concerned with education, policy and practice.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	December 2019
Editors:	Susanna M. Hoffman • Anthony Oliver-Smith • Susanna Hoffman
Dimensions:	246 x 174 x 23mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	402
Edition:	2nd edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-138-23784-1
Categories:	Books > Earth & environment > Earth sciences > General Books > Earth & environment > Geography > General Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Environmental impact of natural disasters & phenomena Books > Professional & Technical > Environmental engineering & technology > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Physics > Applied physics & special topics > Geophysics Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Anthropology > Social & cultural anthropology > General
LSN:	1-138-23784-1
Barcode:	9781138237841

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