Beyond the Risk Society - Tapa dura

In contemporary culture risk is ubiquitous, filtering through a range of activities, practices and experiences. In line with rising public concerns about the management of current threats - such as crime, terrorism and global warming - interest in risk has gathered momentum in the social sciences, galvanized by Ulrich Beck's risk society thesis. Bringing together cutting edge academics and researchers, "Beyond the Risk Society" provides an understanding of the relevance and impact of the concept of risk in various subject areas. Contributions by domain experts critically evaluate the way in which theoretical risk perspectives have influenced their fields of interest, offering the opportunity to reflect upon the problems and possibilities for future work on risk. In assembling this collection, the editors propose a holistic and trans-disciplinary approach to understanding the nature and consequences of risk in everyday life. This text is key reading for social sciences students in a range of disciplines, including sociology, criminology, cultural studies, media studies, psychology and social policy. The contributors include: Alison Anderson, Rob Flynn, Jane Franklin, Hazel Kemshall, Deborah Lupton, Phil Macnaghten, Jim McGuigan, Peter McMylor, Gabe Mythen, Pat O'Malley, Teela Sanders, Steve Tombs, Sandra Walklate, Dave Whyte, and Iain Wilkinson.

Dr.Gabe Mythen is Principal Lecturer in Criminology and Cultural Studies at Manchester Metropolitan University whose recent publications include Ulrich: A Critical Introduction to the Risk Society (2004) and a range of articles on risk, security and GM foods. Professor Sandra Walklate is Eleanor Rathbone Chair of Sociology at Liverpool University whose recent publications include Gender, Crime and Criminal Justice 2nd edition (2004) and a range of articles on criminal victimisation. They are both working together on research concerned with the impact of terrorism on people's everyday lives.