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Running the Risk
- Author
- David Burrett Reid
- Narrator
- Kris Dyer
- Publisher
- W. F. Howes Ltd
- Publish Date
- 19 May 2025
- Run Time
- 10 hours 57 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
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- Author
- David Burrett Reid
- Narrator
- Kris Dyer
- Duration
- 10 hours 57 minutes
- Release Date
- 19 May 2025
- ISBN
- 9781004195992
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- W. F. Howes Ltd
- Genre
- Nature and the natural world: general interest
Synopsis
From the historical roots of the concept of risk to the latest digital anxieties, each chapter unfolds a captivating narrative, weaving together major historical incidents and topical news events. Explore the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and witness the transformative power of risk perception. Travel to Fukushima and learn how a nuclear disaster shapes our approach to designing critical infrastructure. Dive into the digital realm with the Cambridge Analytica scandal, revealing a new era of digital risk and anxiety. This exploration of risk is not just an expose; it’s a guide to building resilience, making informed choices, and ultimately leading safer, happier lives in a world defined by constant change.
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