Hurricane Andrew

Hurricane Andrew
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 338
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ISBN-10 : 9781135108274
ISBN-13 : 1135108277
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Book Synopsis Hurricane Andrew by : Walter Gillis Peacock

Download or read book Hurricane Andrew written by Walter Gillis Peacock and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-11-12 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores how social, economic and political factors set the stage for Hurricane Andrew by influencing who was prepared, who was hit the hardest, and who was most likely to recover. Employing unique research data the authors analyze the consequences of conflict and competition on disaster preparation, response and recovery, especially where associated with race, ethnicity and gender.


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