A complete introduction to the history, evolution, and future of the modern city, this book covers a wide range of theory, including the significance of space and place, to provide a balanced account of why cities are an essential part of the global human experience. * Covers a wide range of theoretical approaches to the city, from the historical to the cutting edge* Emphasizes the important themes of space and place* Offers a balanced account of cities and offers extensive coverage including urban inequality, environment ...
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A complete introduction to the history, evolution, and future of the modern city, this book covers a wide range of theory, including the significance of space and place, to provide a balanced account of why cities are an essential part of the global human experience. * Covers a wide range of theoretical approaches to the city, from the historical to the cutting edge* Emphasizes the important themes of space and place* Offers a balanced account of cities and offers extensive coverage including urban inequality, environment and sustainability, and methods for studying the city * Takes a global approach, with examples from Berlin and Chicago to Shanghai and Mumbai* Includes a range of pedagogical features such as a substantial glossary of key terms, critical thinking questions, suggestions for further reading and a range of innovative textboxes which follow the themes of Exploring Further, Studying the City and Making the City Better * Extensively illustrated with maps, charts, tables, and over 80 photographs* Accompanied by a comprehensive website (... featuring further examples and case studies, discussion and essay questions, chapter outlines and links to useful online resources and films and documentaries
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Publisher:
Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
Published:
2013
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
17159556231
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 950grams, ISBN: 9781405155540.
Publisher:
Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
Published:
2012
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
17874697720
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This is a used book in good condition and may show some signs of use or wear. This is a used book in good condition and may show some signs of use or wear.
Publisher:
Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
Published:
2012
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
17995153106
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Publisher:
Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
Published:
2012
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
18028755005
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Publisher:
Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
Published:
2012
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
17474180677
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