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Synopsis
Natural hazards have always been a part of human history, yet in the modern world there is an increasing paradox between the outstanding achievements of science and medicine and the continuing destruction associated with the extremes of nature. Science itself is not without hazard and has led to the the comparatively recent emergence of man-made threats which arise from the misapplication and failure of technology. People and property are now at risk not only from geophysical events, such as earthquakes and floods, but also from industrial explosions, the release of toxic substances and major transport accidents. "Environmental Hazards" covers all the major rapid-onset events - seismic, mass movement, atmospheric, hydrologic and technologic hazards - which directly threaten human life on a community scale. Despite diverse origins and differential impacts, these hazards create similar sorts of risks and disaster-reduction choices. Yet, the actual responses vary and the human adjustment remains only partially successful, especially in the poorer countries of the world. The author integrates insights from both the earth and social sciences and employs a global range of case studies.
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About the Author
Keith Smith is Professor of Environmental Science and Head of the School of Natural Sciences at the University of Stirling. He has held previous posts at the universities of Liverpool, Durham and Strathclyde as well as at several overseas institutions. His other books include Water in Britain, Principles of Applied Climatology, and (with G.A. Tobin) Human Adjustment to the Flood Hazard
Review
"'The author's master of this complicated subject is reflected in the way the book is clearly written and well-structured...an important accomplishment considering that the subject continues to cry out for debate and action.' - Environmental Politics (on the 2nd Edition) 'In this third edition of Environmental Hazards, Keith Smith has fashioned yet further improvements to what was already a highly readable, well-informed, broad ranging and accessible text. Essential reading for anyone interested in environmental hazards.' - Professor David K.C. Jones, London School of Economics 'An excellent guide to the field of natural hazards: comprehensive, thorough and well-organized.' - David Alexander, University of Massachusetts 'One area that is particularly appreciated by both myself and students is the overview of what a hazard is...the manner in which each hazard is covered, in terms of causes followed by a series of options for mitigation, in both developed and developing countries, is very useful.' - C. Holt, University College Northampton (on the 2nd Edition)"
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