The world of cities : places in comparative and historical perspective

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The world of cities : places in comparative and historical perspective

Anthony M. Orum and Xiangming Chen

(21st-century sociology / Steven Seidman, editor, 5)

Blackwell Publishers, 2003

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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Volume

: hbk ISBN 9780631210252

Description

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.

Table of Contents

List of Illustrations.Preface.Acknowledgments.List of Figures.1. Cities and Places.2. Social Theory and the City.3. Social Inequalities and the Creation of Metropolitan Space.4. Place Change and Continuity: The City in Comparative and Global Contexts.5. From A Critical to A Reconstructive Sociology of Cities.Glossary.Index.
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: pbk ISBN 9780631210269

Description

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.

Table of Contents

List of Illustrations. Preface. Acknowledgments. List of Figures. 1. Cities and Places. 2. Social Theory and the City. 3. Social Inequalities and the Creation of Metropolitan Space. 4. Place Change and Continuity: The City in Comparative and Global Contexts. 5. From A Critical to A Reconstructive Sociology of Cities. Glossary. Index.

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  • NCID
    BA6028484X
  • ISBN
    • 0631210253
    • 0631210261
  • Country Code
    us
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    Malden, Mass.
  • Pages/Volumes
    xi, 180 p.
  • Size
    24 cm
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