Sociology and the Environment: A Critical Introduction to Society, Nature and Kn

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Sociology and the Environment by Alan Irwin Can sociology help us to tackle environmental problems? What can sociology tell us about the nature of the environment and about the origins and consequences of environmental risks, hazards and change? In this important new book Alan Irwin maps out this emerging field of knowledge, teaching and research. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Can sociology help us to tackle environmental problems? What can sociology tell us about the nature of the environment and about the origins and consequences of environmental risks, hazards and change? In this important new book Alan Irwin maps out this emerging field of knowledge, teaching and research. He reviews the key sociological debates in the field and sets out a new framework for analysis and practice. Among the themes examined are constructivism and realism, sustainable development and theories of the risk society. Readers are also introduced to communities at risk, institutional regulation and the environmental consequences of technology. Particular topics for discussion include genetically modified organisms, nuclear power, pesticide safety and the local hazards of the chemical industry. Rather than maintaining a fixed boundary between nature and society, Irwin highlights the hybrid character of environmental issues and emphasizes the role of social and cultural factors within environmental policy. Combining theoretical discussion and case-studies with a sensitivity to the concerns of environmental policy and practice, Sociology and the Environment provides an excellent introduction to an expanding and immensely important field. It will be a valuable text for students and scholars in sociology, geography, environmental studies and related disciplines. Back Cover Can sociology help us to tackle environmental problems? What can sociology tell us about the nature of the environment and about the origins and consequences of environmental risks, hazards and change? In this important new book Alan Irwin maps out this emerging field of knowledge, teaching and research. He reviews the key sociological debates in the field and sets out a new framework for analysis and practice. Among the themes examined are constructivism and realism, sustainable development and theories of the risk society. Readers are also introduced to communities at risk, institutional regulation and the environmental consequences of technology. Particular topics for discussion include genetically modified organisms, nuclear power, pesticide safety and the local hazards of the chemical industry. Rather than maintaining a fixed boundary between nature and society, Irwin highlights the hybrid character of environmental issues and emphasizes the role of social and cultural factors within environmental policy. Combining theoretical discussion and case-studies with a sensitivity to the concerns of environmental policy and practice, Sociology and the Environment provides an excellent introduction to an expanding and immensely important field. It will be a valuable text for students and scholars in sociology, geography, environmental studies and related disciplines. Flap Can sociology help us to tackle environmental problems? What can sociology tell us about the nature of the environment and about the origins and consequences of environmental risks, hazards and change? In this important new book Alan Irwin maps out this emerging field of knowledge, teaching and research. He reviews the key sociological debates in the field and sets out a new framework for analysis and practice. Among the themes examined are constructivism and realism, sustainable development and theories of the risk society. Readers are also introduced to communities at risk, institutional regulation and the environmental consequences of technology. Particular topics for discussion include genetically modified organisms, nuclear power, pesticide safety and the local hazards of the chemical industry. Rather than maintaining a fixed boundary between nature and society, Irwin highlights the hybrid character of environmental issues and emphasizes the role of social and cultural factors within environmental policy. Combining theoretical discussion and case-studies with a sensitivity to the concerns of environmental policy and practice, Sociology and the Environment provides an excellent introduction to an expanding and immensely important field. It will be a valuable text for students and scholars in sociology, geography, environmental studies and related disciplines. Author Biography Alan Irwin is Professor of Sociology at Brunel University Table of Contents Preface. Introduction. Chapter 1: Sustainability as Social Challenge. Chapter 2: The Risk Society Thesis: The End of the World as We Know It?. Chapter 3: Science and the Social Construction of Environmental Threat. Chapter 4: Risks in Context: The Local Construction of Environmental Issues. Chapter 5: Institutional Judgements and Contested Decisions: The Governance of Environmental Problems. Chapter 6: Kamikazes and Chromosomes: Sociological Perspectives on Technology. Chapter 7: Society, Nature, Knowledge: Co-constructing the Social and the Natural. Notes. References. Index. Review Irwin inspires. Finally, an introduction to the sociology of the environment that recognizes the critical importance of knowledge in mediating the exchanges between people and nature. "Realists" and "Constructivists" are both invited to revisit their entrenched positions in a book that charts a new and evocative course in the social study of the environment. Steve Kroll-Smith, The University of New Orleans Long Description Can sociology help us to tackle environmental problems? What can sociology tell us about the nature of the environment and about the origins and consequences of environmental risks, hazards and change? In this important new book Alan Irwin maps out this emerging field of knowledge, teaching and research. He reviews the key sociological debates in the field and sets out a new framework for analysis and practice. Among the themes examined are constructivism and realism, sustainable development and theories of the risk society. Readers are also introduced to communities at risk, institutional regulation and the environmental consequences of technology. Particular topics for discussion include genetically modified organisms, nuclear power, pesticide safety and the local hazards of the chemical industry. Rather than maintaining a fixed boundary between nature and society, Irwin highlights the hybrid character of environmental issues and emphasizes the role of social and cultural factors within environmental policy. Combining theoretical discussion and case-studies with a sensitivity to the concerns of environmental policy and practice, Sociology and the Environment provides an excellent introduction to an expanding and immensely important field. It will be a valuable text for students and scholars in sociology, geography, environmental studies and related disciplines. Review Text Irwin inspires. Finally, an introduction to the sociology of the environment that recognizes the critical importance of knowledge in mediating the exchanges between people and nature. "Realists" and "Constructivists" are both invited to revisit their entrenched positions in a book that charts a new and evocative course in the social study of the environment. Steve Kroll-Smith, The University of New Orleans Review Quote Irwin inspires. Finally, an introduction to the sociology of the environment that recognizes the critical importance of knowledge in mediating the exchanges between people and nature. "Realists" and "Constructivists" are both invited to revisit their entrenched positions in a book that charts a new and evocative course in the social study of the environment. Steve Kroll-Smith, The University of New Orleans Feature A A clear introduction to the sociology of the environment written in an accessible way A Includes new research data on communities at risk, institutional regulation and technology A While functioning as a textbook it also presents an original theory drawing in social constructivism but moving beyond the usual polarised debate A Combines theoretical discussions with engaging case studies Details ISBN0745613594 Author Alan Irwin Short Title SOCIOLOGY & THE ENVIRONMENT Pages 224 Language English ISBN-10 0745613594 ISBN-13 9780745613598 Media Book Format Hardcover Year 2001 Imprint Polity Press Subtitle A Critical Introduction to Society, Nature and Knowledge Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom Birth 1955 Affiliation Brunel University Edition 1st DOI 10.1604/9780745613598 UK Release Date 2001-04-16 AU Release Date 2001-04-16 NZ Release Date 2001-04-16 Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Publication Date 2001-04-16 Alternative 9780745613604 DEWEY 304.2 Audience Undergraduate We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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