The City: The Basics Contributor(s): Archer, Kevin (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415670799 ISBN-13: 9780415670791 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $25.60 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2012 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Science | Earth Sciences - Geography - Social Science | Sociology - Urban - Social Science | Human Geography |
Dewey: 307.76 |
LCCN: 2012015729 |
Series: Basics |
Physical Information: 0.7" H x 5.1" W x 7.7" (0.50 lbs) 228 pages |
Themes: - Demographic Orientation - Urban |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The City: The Basics provides a brief yet compelling overview of the study of cities and city life. The book draws on a range of perspectives - economic, political, cultural, and environmental aspects are all considered - to provide a broad comparison of the evolution of cities in the rich Global North and the poorer Global South. Topics covered in the book include:
Featuring suggestions for further reading, recommended websites and a number of maps and illustrations, this is the ideal starting point for those interested in any aspect of cities or urban studies. |