Cities of the world : world regional urban development
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Cities of the world : world regional urban development
Rowman & Littlefield, c2008
4th ed
- : cloth
Available at / 6 libraries
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National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies Library (GRIPS Library)
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Includes bibliographical references and indexes
Description and Table of Contents
Description
A fifth edition of this book is now available. This fully updated and revised fourth edition of the classic text offers readers a comprehensive set of tools for understanding the urban landscape, and by extension the world's politics, cultures, and economies. Providing a sweeping overview of world urban geography, a group of noted experts explores the eleven major global regions. Liberally illustrated with a new selection of photographs, maps, and diagrams, the text also includes a rich array of boxed vignettes. Clearly written and timely, this text will be invaluable for those teaching introductory or advanced classes on global cities, regional geography, and urban studies.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: World Urban Development Chapter 2: Cities of the United States and Canada Chapter 3: Cities of Middle America and the Caribbean Chapter 4: Cities of South America Chapter 5: Cities of Europe Chapter 6: Cities of Russia Chapter 7: Cities of the Greater Middle East Chapter 8: Cities of Sub-Saharan Africa Chapter 9: Cities of South Asia Chapter 10: Cities of Southeast Asia Chapter 11: Cities of East Asia Chapter 12: Australia and the Pacific Islands Chapter 13: Cities of the Future
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