The World of Cities: Places in Comparative and Historical Perspective Paperback - 2002 - 1st Edition
by Anthony M. Orum; Xiangming Chen
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Of all the experiences we have in life, those that we have of cities may be among our most rich and enduring.]
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The World of Cities is a concise theoretical and empirical introduction to urban sociology. In clear and engaging terms, the book surveys and critiques all the major theoretical perspectives in urban studies. It examines the meanings of place and space, and applies these concepts to contemporary cities, communities, and neighborhoods. It then reviews the history of city-building in the United States from the late 18th century to the present time. Next it examines the impact of global economic and cultural forces on contemporary local places and city life in a comparative context, with illustrative examples and evidence from the United States and China. The final section discusses the current efforts of metropolitan leaders to improve cities and maintain the civic culture of a community.
For the student of urban sociology and urban studies in general, this textbook is an ideal overview and synthesis of a fascinating and ever-changing field.
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- Title The World of Cities: Places in Comparative and Historical Perspective
- Author Anthony M. Orum; Xiangming Chen
- Binding Paperback
- Edition number 1st
- Edition 1
- Pages 192
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Wiley-Blackwell, Somerset, New Jersey, U.S.A.
- Date December 1, 2002
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Glossary, Illustrated, Index, Table of Contents
- ISBN 9780631210269 / 0631210261
- Weight 0.65 lbs (0.29 kg)
- Dimensions 8.9 x 6.42 x 0.6 in (22.61 x 16.31 x 1.52 cm)
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Themes
- Demographic Orientation: Urban
- Library of Congress subjects Cities and towns, Sociology, Urban
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2002006547
- Dewey Decimal Code 307.76
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