Bøger af Arjen Boin

Written by three eminent scholars in the field of the politics and policy of crisis management, it offers a unique 'bird's eye' view of the immense logistical and political challenges of addressing a worst-case scenario that would prove the ultimate stress test for societies, governments, governing institutions and political leaders.

Examines Hurricane Katrina's aftermath, and identifies aspects of management that offer more positive examples of leadership than bureaucratic and media reports indicated. Drawing on insights from crisis and disaster management studies, the authors objectively analyze the actions of various officials and organisations during and after Katrina.