The City Reader provides the comprehensive mapping of the terrain of Urban Studies, old and new. It is illustrated with over 40 photographs the text is essential reading for anyone interested in the city.
The third edition of the highly successful The City Reader juxtaposes the very best of publications on the city. It has been extensively updated to reflect the latest thinking on globalization, information technology and urban theory. Classic writings from such authors as Lewis Mumford, Jane Jacobs and Le Corbusier, meet the best contemporary writings of, among others, Peter Hall, Saskia Sassen and Manuel Castells.
'Simply brilliant. An essential reader for anyone.'- Heidi Grainger, Liverpool University
Table of Contents
1. The Evolution of Cities 2. Urban Culture and Society 3. Urban Space 4. Urban Politics, Governance, and Economics 5. Urban Planning History and Visions 6. Urban Planning Theory and Practice 7. Perspective on Urban Design 8. The Future of the City
Additional information
GOR002352021
The City Reader by Richard T. Legates
Richard T. Legates
Routledge Urban Reader Series
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Taylor & Francis Ltd
2003-08-14
592
0415271738
9780415271738
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