The World of Cities: Places in Comparative and Historical Perspective (21st Century Sociology)
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Book Overview
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. Provides a concise introduction to urban sociology. Uses clear and engaging terms. Surveys the main theoretical models of urban studies. Includes empirical data on contemporary cities and neighborhoods, and the impact of the world economy on city life. Features a discussion of the current reconstructive efforts of educational, political, and business leaders to improve cities and maintain their civic culture.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0631210253
ISBN13:9780631210252
Release Date:January 2003
Publisher:Wiley-Blackwell
Length:192 Pages
Weight:0.90 lbs.
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Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This introductory text is wide-ranging, interdisciplinary (with a sociological focus) and very up-to-date. The person below must have got a bad copy or simply has an axe to grind? I reviewed this book when it came out (favorably), used it in my courses (students liked it), and in my own place-based research/writing.
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