W. Viscusi Bücher

Ideally, it would be desirable if we could all adopt a high-minded commitment to a risk-free existence. Unfortunately, such an objective is beyond our reach--politicians who advocate higher taxes rarely get elected and economists who indicate that our resources are limited are often portrayed as purveyors of pessimism. Fatal Tradeoffs culminates and synthesizes the research of the government's expert on the value of life and risk regulation. This volume presents Viscusi's work in the social regulation of risk, this volume covers topics relating to the value and empirical estimates of life, the rationality of individual responses to risk, and the role of government policy. In addition to a careful selection of his writings, Fatal Tradeoffs includes a new survey of the value-of-life literature, a review of the 1980s regulatory reforms, and guidelines for risk policy. Balanced with case studies, the more technical articles have been opened to include policy ramifications, making thetext accessible to professionals and academics alike.

A substantially revised and updated new edition of the leading text on business and government, with new material reflecting recent theoretical and methodological advances; includes further coverage of the Microsoft antitrust case, the deregulation of telecommunications and electric power, and new environmental regulations.

From probably the world's leading thinker on the valuation of mortality risks, Pricing Lives makes a fundamental, enduring contribution.--Cass Sunstein, Harvard Law School

The book examines the contrasting policy responses to the mad cow disease crisis in the U.K. and U.S., highlighting the U.K.'s significant policy failures despite lower than expected mortality from vCJD and BSE. The authors argue that the lack of a similar crisis in the U.S. does not equate to effective policy. By analyzing these responses, the monograph offers valuable lessons on regulating risks associated with invasive species and managing complex threats to public health.

Without a detailed description available, it's challenging to provide a specific summary. However, "Risk by Choice" likely explores themes of decision-making, the consequences of choices, and the nature of risk in various contexts. The book may delve into personal stories or case studies that illustrate how individuals navigate uncertainty and the impact of their choices on their lives.