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Cities of the World: Regional Patterns and Urban Environments by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers - Essential Insight into Global Urban Studies
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Cities of the World: Understanding Urban Geography
Remarkably, more than half of the world?s population now lives in cities, a trend that continues to grow as individuals abandon rural areas in search of better opportunities. This fully updated and revised seventh edition of the classic text, Cities of the World, offers readers a comprehensive set of tools for understanding world regional geography through the urban landscape, and by extension, the world?s politics, cultures, and economies.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive Overview: The book provides a sweeping overview of world urban geography, explored by noted experts who delve into major global regions.
- Regional Insights: Each regional chapter covers urban history, economy, culture, and environment, alongside special problems and future prospects.
- Visual Aids: Generously illustrated in full color, the text includes photographs, maps, and diagrams that enhance understanding.
- Key Topics Highlighted: A rich array of textboxes emphasizes essential topics, such as migration, immigration, LGBTQ activism, human security, and climate change.
- New Themes: This edition introduces crucial new themes of climate change and migration, while maintaining a focus on sustainability, technology, social and environmental justice, security, and urban planning trends.
- Vivid Vignettes: Engaging vignettes of key cities provide readers with a vivid understanding of daily life and the spirit of place.
- Extensive References: Each chapter concludes with a list of references, including films and webpages, valuable for students and instructors seeking additional information.
The opening chapter presents an overview of key terms and concepts, exploring contemporary world urbanization, while a concluding chapter projects the world?s urban future. Cities of the World is clearly written and timely, making it an invaluable resource for those teaching introductory or advanced classes on global cities, regional geography, the developing world, and global urban studies.
This edition not only serves as a foundational text for students but also as a critical resource for educators, researchers, and anyone interested in the dynamics of urban geography. By examining the interconnectedness of cities and the broader world, readers gain a deeper understanding of how urbanization shapes our lives and societies.
Whether you are a student, educator, or urban studies enthusiast, Cities of the World will equip you with essential insights and knowledge, making it a must-have addition to your library. Explore the complexities of urban environments and their implications for the future with this comprehensive guide.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Cities of the World: Regional Patterns and Urban Environments'? A: The book focuses on world urban geography, exploring major global regions through the lens of urban history, economy, culture, and environment.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Cities of the World' is Stanley D. Brunn.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition was published on March 3, 2020.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 608 pages.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers topics such as climate change, migration, sustainability, urban planning trends, and social justice among others.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in urban studies? A: Yes, the book is suitable for both introductory and advanced classes on global cities and urban studies.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book is generously illustrated in full color with photographs, maps, and diagrams.
- Q: Does the book include references for further reading? A: Yes, each chapter concludes with a list of references, including films and webpages for additional information.
- Q: What makes this edition different from previous ones? A: This seventh edition adds new themes such as climate change and migration while updating existing content for relevance.