The GM Debate: Risk, Politics and Public Engagement

by Gene Rowe, Tom Horlick-Jones, John Walls

This book tells the story of an unprecedented experiment in public participation: the government-sponsored debate on the possible commercialization of 'GM' crops in the UK. Giving a unique and systematic account of the debate process, this revealing volume sets it within its political and intellectual contexts, and examines the practical implications for future public engagement initiatives.

The authors, an experienced team of researchers,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415545978
• ISBN13: 9780415545976
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"