The Vulnerability of Cities : Natural Disasters and Social Resilience.

When disaster strikes in cities the effects can be catastrophic compared to other environments. But what factors actually determine the vulnerability or resilience of cities? The Vulnerability of Cities fills a vital gap in disaster studies by examining the too-often overlooked impact of disasters o...

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Main Author: Pelling, Mark
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Hoboken : Taylor and Francis, 2012.
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