Disaster Resilience and Normalization Facing Facts

Professor Zack has consistently brought rigor and clarity to some of the most critically important issues we face, both now and as we prepare for an uncertain future. Her work on issues surrounding disaster continues to be among the most important available. This, her most recent book, promises not only to advance ongoing debates, but also to open up important philosophical vistas for the issues facing humanity."" - J. Jeremy Wisnewski, Professor of Philosophy, Hartwick College, Oneonta, NY

""Naomi Zack makes an important contribution to discussions about climate change and what the world can and should do about it. Zack's knowledge of the ethical issues and insightful philosophical analysis are combined with a clear presentation of the scientific and regulatory dimensions of this complex issue. She explores this topic through two lens: the factual, scientific aspects and the normative aspects. She is brutally honest in pointing to the inadequacies of current efforts and the need for alternative approaches."" - Dónal O'Mathúna, Professor, College of Nursing and Center for Bioethics, The Ohio State University, USA

""A pioneer of the philosophy of disaster, Naomi Zack now turns her attention to the increasing threat of climate-related disasters. This book is a timely contribution in an era of polarization and controversy. As always, Zack's writing is eminently accessible also to others than academic philosophers, and we can look forward to a lively, and urgently needed, discussion."" - Per Sandin, Associate Professor, Bioethics and Environmental Ethics, SVERIGES LANTBRUKSUNIVERSITET