Crises in Russia: Contemporary Management Policy and Practice From A Historical Perspective

By Boris Porfiriev

This unique book explores the problems of the national crisis management system in Russia, a country undergoing political, social and economic transition and one which is also prone to natural and man-made disasters. In detailing policy, institutional and legal issues and illustrating a number of case studies, the authors offer new ways of resolving the effects of disasters as well as increasing resilience by improving our understanding of the risks and vulnerabilities.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1409442276
• ISBN13: 9781409442271
• Release Date: November 2012
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"