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What Is a Disaster?new Answers to Old QuestionsWhat is a Disaster? Addresses the most basic question in the field: that of defining the phenomenon of study. For theoretical advancement, it is important that researchers begin to develop a consensus about the meaning of disasters and related phenomena. With the rise in international terrorism, one must clarify whether these events are disasters and if so, what kind of disasters. Similarly, in addition to natural disasters, do we include riots,
What is a Disaster? Addresses the most basic question in the field: that of defining the phenomenon of study. For theoretical advancement, it is important that researchers begin to develop a consensus about the meaning of disasters and related phenomena. With the rise in international terrorism, one must clarify whether these events are disasters and if so, what kind of disasters. Similarly, in addition to natural disasters, do we include riots, explosions, nuclear power plant accidents, damn collapses, and land subsidence under the same conceptual umbrella? What practical and theoretical differences does it make if the same label is used or not used for such different situations? What is a Disaster? Brings together twelve social scientists representing eight disciplines and seven countries to share their definition and vision of disasters. In the process, a wide range of views are expressed and issues raised regarding the relationship of academic versus practical definitions, the impact of grouping types of disasters in different ways, and the epistemologies on which theoretical growth should rest. The forum provided involves the presentation of each author's views, followed by a discussant's critique, and closed with a response from the author. The editor's close the volume with discussions of the theoretical framework of disaster research and an agenda for disaster research in the twenty-first century.Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Xlibris
Published: 06/09/2005
ISBN: 9781413479850
Pages: 444
Weight: 1.23lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.99d
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★★★★★ 5
Perfect everyday Watch
Color: Grey, Color: Grey
Super happy with this watch. It looks really clean and goes with pretty much anything dress it up or wear it casual. The blue face is fire in person and catches the light really nicely.
Feels solid on the wrist, not too heavy, and the quality is definitely there. I’ve been wearing it almost every day and it still looks brand new.
For the price, you really can’t beat it. Great everyday watch that looks way more expensive than it is. Would 100% buy again
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Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Stylish and inexpensive
Color: Grey
Great watch. Came in quickly from seller. Got it sized at a local shop. It’s a pretty stylish watch for the price point. I don’t have big wrists but I still think the face could be a little bigger. But it’s pretty sleek and I’m happy
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Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2023
★★★★★ 5
Style and elegance
Color: Grey
Excellent
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Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Certainly a great buy
Color: Grey
Why did you pick this product vs others?:
It is a very well known and respected brand. Additionally, this particular watch is beautiful. I can not be happier.
Value for money:
Value for money is certainly great than with many other Swiss made watches.
Accuracy:
very good: -4 to +5 seconds per month.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2025
★★★★★ 4
Swiss Quality from a good brand
Color: Grey
This is my 4th Tissot watch. I only have a few quibbles. The band adjusts by removing wide or narrow pieces, not by adjusting with pins with a range of holes. I prefer that way to adjust a metal band. The color blue of the dial is darker in real life than the picture. I also wish the day indicator was a little larger (or my eyes were younger).
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Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2020