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Sociology has developed theories of social change in the fields of evolution, conflict and modernization, viewing modern society as essentially unstable and conflict driven. However, it has not seriously studied catastrophe. A Theory of Catastrophe develops a sociology of catastrophes, comparing natural, social and political causes and consequences, and the social theories that might offer explanations. A catastrophe is a general and systematic breakdown of social and political institutions resulting, among other things, in what we could call a catastrophe consciousness. The Greek 'cata-strophe' formed the conclusion to a dramatic sequence of strophes. The cata-strophe was the final act of a drama, namely its denouement. Catastrophic denouements are without hope: genocides, military occupations, plagues, famines and earthquakes. A Theory of Catastrophe analyzes Pompeii, the Black Death, colonial genocide in North America, WWI and the Spanish Flu, and Nazi Germany and finally this century: terrorism, new wars, climate change and pandemics. As a study of sociological theory, Bryan Turner discusses Spengler's Decline of the West, Marxism as a theory of catastrophic capitalism, messianic movements, Weber on modernity, and risk society. He concludes by comparing optimism and pessimism, and the idea of inter-generational justice.

"This book describes the historical culture of Italy from the Early Iron Age to the Roman conquest, covering a period from roughly 900 - 300 BCE. By historical culture, I refer throughout to a broader concept of social engagement with the past than is sometimes meant by the word "history." But this move permits us, following Sahlins' suggestion, to consider all kinds of new things. There exists a substantial corpus of material, much of it archaeological, some of it newly discovered, which speaks to us about how local communities in early Italy thought and talked about their history and how they articulated their past and present. This material has yet to have much impact on the typical ways in which we reconstruct the process of "becoming historical" in Italy. Instead, the story tends to be told almost exclusively from the Roman perspective and in a teleology"--

Challenges orthodox views of the story of Africa under Roman domination. Based on decades of research in North Africa, David Mattingly s book is an innovative account of the history and archaeology of ancient North Africa (roughly equivalent to Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya) from the first century BCE to the third century CE

Die 1723 gegründete Kriegs- und Domänenkammer Minden sammelte im Auftrag der Berliner Zentralbehörden regelmäßig Informationen zur preußischen Provinz Minden-Ravensberg. Daten zur Bevölkerung und ihrer sozialen Zusammensetzung, zu den Berufen und zur gewerblichen Produktion, aber auch zu den landwirtschaftlichen Erträgen, wurden in sogenannten "Historischen Tabellen" zusammengestellt. Bis 1804 wurde die Menge der von Berlin angeforderten Daten immer größer und war von den lokalen Beamten - darunter der spätere Oberpräsident Ludwig Freiherr Vincke - kaum noch zu bewältigen. 1777 kam noch die Erstellung von "Fabrikentabellen" hinzu, die das exportorientierte Gewerbe erfassen sollte. Das Buch beschreibt eingehend die damalige Erhebung der Daten und leistet damit einen wichtigen Beitrag zur Geschichte der Statistik. Auch den Widerständen und Protesten gegen die Erhebung der Daten wird dabei nachgegangen. Neben der Rekonstruktion der Entstehung der Zahlen werden im Band 65 historische Statistiken veröffentlicht. Sie sind geordnet nach Städten und ländlichen Siedlungen. Den Erhebungen zu Bielefeld, Herford und Minden sowie zu den kleineren Städten stehen 266 ländliche Orte, gegliedert in Ämter und Vogteien, gegenüber - von Ahlsen-Reineberg (heute Hüllhorst) bis Wülpke (heute Porta Westfalica). Zahlreiche Abbildungen dokumentieren die Verwaltungspraxis des 18. Jahrhunderts. Trotz aller Probleme, die bei der Erhebung der Daten entstanden, kann die vorliegende Auswertung dennoch als Datenhandbuch genutzt werden, das den Übergang Minden-Ravensbergs in die Moderne erschließt

The Working Group I contribution to the Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) provides a comprehensive assessment of the physical science basis of climate change. The report serves policymakers, decision makers, stakeholders, and all interested parties with the latest policy-relevant information.

The Working Group II contribution to the Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) provides a comprehensive assessment of the scientific literature relevant to climate change impacts, adaptation and vulnerability. The report recognizes the interactions of climate, ecosystems and biodiversity, and human societies, and integrates across the natural, ecological, social and economic sciences. It emphasizes how efforts in adaptation and in reducing greenhouse gas emissions can come together in a process called climate resilient development, which enables a liveable future for biodiversity and humankind. The IPCC is the leading body for assessing climate change science. IPCC reports are produced in comprehensive, objective and transparent ways, ensuring they reflect the full range of views in the scientific literature. Novel elements include focused topical assessments, and an atlas presenting observed climate change impacts and future risks from global to regional scales. Available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.

"Convergence of Cloud Computing, AI, and Agricultural Science explores the transformative potential of integrating cutting-edge technologies into the field of agriculture. With the rapid advancements in cloud computing, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT), this research presents a comprehensive framework for monitoring agriculture farms remotely using a smart cloud-based system. The book delves into the application of AI-based machine learning models, such as the Support Vector Machine (SVM), to accurately classify and process the collected data. This advanced research reference book also explores how digital information can provide farmers with information about international markets, enabling them to make informed decisions regarding their crops. With its academic tone and in-depth exploration of cloud computing in smart agriculture, this book serves as an essential resource for researchers, academics, and professionals in the fields of agriculture, computer science, and environmental science. By examining the convergence of cloud computing, AI, and agricultural science, it provides a roadmap for harnessing technology to revolutionize farming practices and ensure sustainable agri-food systems in the digital era."--

"The transition from mass tourism to niche tourism has been a slow process. It is clear that mass tourism can damage local culture, authenticity, and resources, and niche tourism is considerably important for the future of tourism companies and destination managers. Thus, it is essential for tourism companies and destination managers to be proactive and adapt to market changes and challenges to hold a stronger position in the business environment in the future.Exploring Niche Tourism Business Models, Marketing, and Consumer Experience provides relevant theoretical and empirical research findings, an innovative and multifaceted perspective of the niche tourist experience, and an understanding of how companies adopt business models based on sustainable paradigms and innovative technologies as a way to create value. Covering topics such as business models, rural tourism, and visitor experience, this premier reference source is an essential resource for marketing managers, product developers, niche tourism executives, marketing and tourism students, business professionals, researchers, and academicians."--

"There is an ugly strain of criminal and unethical leadership in the upper ranks of the American military. Despite the exemplary service of most American military members, a persistent minority of U.S. flag officers (Navy admirals and Army, Air Force, and Marine generals) have embroiled the profession in scandal since the Revolutionary War. In Generals and Admirals, Criminals and Crooks, award-winning author Jeffrey J. Matthews examines bad leadership in American military history over the past one hundred years, beginning with war crimes in the Philippine-American War and ending with the Fat Leonard corruption scandal. Scrutinizing a range of leadership failures, including moral cowardice, sex crimes, insubordination, toxic leadership, and obstruction of justice, Matthews offers a fascinating analysis of the bases and motives leading to these missteps and explores what could be done to curtail future misconduct of generals and admirals. The book also includes an up-to-date examination of President Trump's term in office that highlights the vital role honorable military leadership plays in our democracy. Confronting the dark side of criminal and unethical conduct among U.S. flag officers, this frank and historically grounded book offers valuable lessons in leadership that will stimulate further debate and critical self-assessment within the U.S. military"--

Der Einsatz algorithmischer Entscheidungssysteme (ADM-Systeme) stellt das Antidiskriminierungsrecht vor neue Herausforderungen. ADM-Systeme haben ein hohes Diskriminierungspotenzial, gleichwohl bleiben die Diskriminierungen oft im Verborgenen. Das Rechtsgutachten untersucht, inwieweit das Allgemeine Gleichbehandlungsgesetz (AGG) geeignet ist, mit Diskriminierungen durch ADM-Systeme umzugehen. In die Prüfung einbezogen ist auch der Entwurf der sogenannten KI-Verordnung. Es wird erörtert, welche Schutzlücken im AGG für die von Diskriminierung durch ADM-Systeme Betroffenen bestehen, wie sie geschlossen werden können und wie der Bereich der Rechtsdurchsetzung gestärkt werden kann.Die Autor:innenProf. Dr. iur. Indra Spiecker gen. Döhmann, LL.M (Georgetown Univ.) ist Inhaberin des Lehrstuhls für Öffentliches Recht, Informationsrecht, Umweltrecht, Verwaltungswissenschaft und Direktorin der Forschungsstelle Datenschutz an der Goethe-Universität Frankfurt sowie Direktorin KASTEL - Institut für Informationssicherheit und Verlässlichkeit, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie.Prof. Dr. iur. Emanuel V. Towfigh ist Inhaber des Lehrstuhls für Öffentliches Recht, Empirische Rechtsforschung und Rechtsökonomik und Direktor des BRYTER Center for Digitalization and Law an der EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht in Wiesbaden