Extremes

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Mathematics, Science, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science
Cover of the book Extremes by , Cambridge University Press
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9781108684668
Publisher: Cambridge University Press Publication: March 7, 2019
Imprint: Cambridge University Press Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9781108684668
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication: March 7, 2019
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Language: English

Humanity is confronted by and attracted to extremes. Extreme events shape our thinking, feeling, and actions; they echo in our politics, media, literature, and science. We often associate extremes with crises, disasters, and risks to be averted, yet extremes also have the potential to lead us towards new horizons. Featuring essays by leading intellectuals and public figures arising from the 2017 Darwin College Lectures, this volume explores 'extreme' events, from the election of President Trump, the rise of populism, and the Brexit referendum, to the 2008 financial crisis, the Syrian war, and climate change. It also celebrates 'extreme' achievements in the realms of health, exploration, and scientific discovery. A fascinating, engaging, and timely collection of essays by renowned scholars, journalists, and intellectuals, this volume challenges our understanding of what is normal and what is truly extreme, and sheds light on some of the issues facing humanity in the twenty-first century.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Humanity is confronted by and attracted to extremes. Extreme events shape our thinking, feeling, and actions; they echo in our politics, media, literature, and science. We often associate extremes with crises, disasters, and risks to be averted, yet extremes also have the potential to lead us towards new horizons. Featuring essays by leading intellectuals and public figures arising from the 2017 Darwin College Lectures, this volume explores 'extreme' events, from the election of President Trump, the rise of populism, and the Brexit referendum, to the 2008 financial crisis, the Syrian war, and climate change. It also celebrates 'extreme' achievements in the realms of health, exploration, and scientific discovery. A fascinating, engaging, and timely collection of essays by renowned scholars, journalists, and intellectuals, this volume challenges our understanding of what is normal and what is truly extreme, and sheds light on some of the issues facing humanity in the twenty-first century.

More books from Cambridge University Press

Cover of the book Crafting Policies to End Poverty in Latin America by
Cover of the book Learning and Teaching Primary Science by
Cover of the book The Future of Europe by
Cover of the book Capitalism with Chinese Characteristics by
Cover of the book Managing to Improve Public Services by
Cover of the book Geochemical Rate Models by
Cover of the book Quranic Schools in Northern Nigeria by
Cover of the book Short Introduction to Corporate Finance by
Cover of the book Graph Algorithms by
Cover of the book Biodiversity in Environmental Assessment by
Cover of the book Why Do Languages Change? by
Cover of the book Building Professional Nursing Communication by
Cover of the book Economic Integration in Africa by
Cover of the book Climate Change and Cities by
Cover of the book Political Trials in Theory and History by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy