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Risk Society: Towards a New Modernity (Published in association with Theory, Culture & Society),New
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This panoramic analysis of the condition of Western societies has been hailed as a classic. This first English edition has taken its place as a core text of contemporary sociology alongside earlier typifications of society as postindustrial and current debates about the social dimensions of the postmodern.Underpinning the analysis is the notion of the risk society'. The changing nature of society's relation to production and distribution is related to the environmental impact as a totalizing, globalizing economy based on scientific and technical knowledge becomes more central to social organization and social conflict.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Risk Society: Towards a New Modernity'? A: The main theme revolves around the concept of the 'risk society', analyzing how modern societies relate to production and distribution while considering the environmental impacts of a globalized economy.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Risk Society: Towards a New Modernity' is Ulrich Beck.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: This book was published on September 3, 1992.
- Q: How many pages does 'Risk Society: Towards a New Modernity' have? A: The book contains 272 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The item is listed as 'New'.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the category of Biostatistics.
- Q: Is 'Risk Society: Towards a New Modernity' suitable for beginners in sociology? A: Yes, it serves as a core text in contemporary sociology, making it suitable for both beginners and those familiar with the subject.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: The key feature of this book is that it is a used book in good condition, providing valuable insights into contemporary sociology.
- Q: Is there an edition number for this book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Risk Society: Towards a New Modernity'.