Urban Sociology

Urban Sociology A Global Introduction

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This concise yet comprehensive overview of the political and economic development of the world's cities offers a unique emphasis on its cultural impacts. The book emphasizes the transition from modern (industrial) to post-modern (post-industrial) eras and its effect on established and developing global cities, and arguments are supported with case studies for each of the main concepts of urban theory and research. Mark Abrahamson analyzes contemporary global cities - ranging from Lagos to Los Angeles, Paris to Beijing - helping students relate concepts to concrete places and understand the global nature of contemporary urban development. Rigorous yet accessible, this textbook includes key learning features designed to enrich student understanding and engagement, including chapter-by-chapter glossaries, summaries, and suggestions for further reading.

Book information

ISBN: 9780521139236
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 307.76
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 282
Weight: 616g
Height: 254mm
Width: 178mm
Spine width: 17mm