The Recovery Myth

Focusing on the recovery phase of disasters, this book offers a unique ethnographic study of a flooded village, drawing from two decades of disaster management experience. It highlights the collaboration between local emergency responders and residents, showcasing how they adapt national recovery tools to foster community regeneration. The author examines various government instruments designed for recovery and discusses strategies for enhancing community resilience and managing recovery risks. This work is valuable for students and scholars across multiple disciplines including public policy and sociology.