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Routledge Risk: Philosophical Perspectives - Academic Book

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Explore the fundamental questions surrounding risk management and decision-making in this essential academic collection. Published by Routledge, Risk: Philosophical Perspectives provides a deep examination of how society determines acceptable levels of risk and who should hold the authority to make those choices. Should experts lead the way, or should the people directly affected by decisions have the final say? This volume serves as the first collection to address the philosophical dimensions of these practical problems. It moves beyond simple data to look at how safety and security must be balanced against other fundamental values like liberty. By exploring the connections between ethics, rationality, and scientific expertise, this book offers a comprehensive look at the frameworks that shape our modern world. It is an important resource for students and scholars interested in the intersection of philosophy and real-world application.

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Examines the relationship between risk and ethics to understand the moral implications of decision-making.

Analyzes the tension between scientific expertise and lay knowledge in assessing potential dangers.

Investigates the objectivity of risk assessment and how data is interpreted in different contexts.

Explores the precautionary principle and its application to modern risk management strategies.

Discusses the philosophical dimensions of risk in relation to terror and security concerns.

Addresses the balance between maintaining safety and preserving individual liberty.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415422833
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 11 May 2007
Listed Since: 29 January 2007

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