Sociology and the Environment: A Critical Introduction to Society, Nature and KnowledgeISBN: 978-0-7456-1359-8
Hardcover
224 pages
May 2001, Polity
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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.