Book of Donmon Teith

The 50th anniversary of the Disaster Research Center of the University of Delaware provoked a discussion of the field’s background, its accomplishments, and i

This timely Handbook is based on the principle that disasters are social constructions and focuses on social science disaster research. It provides an interdisc

The fourth edition of Environmental Hazards continues to blend physical and social sciences to provide a thoroughly balanced, contemporary introduction to hazar

This book focuses on exploring the linkages between natural disasters and sustainable development at the global, regional, and national levels. Disasters and de

Social science research conducted since the late 1970's has contributed greatly to society's ability to mitigate and adapt to natural, technological, and willfu