The City: The Basics,New

The City: The Basics,New

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The City: The Basics provides a brief yet compelling overview of the study of cities and city life. The book draws on a range of perspectives economic, political, cultural, and environmental aspects are all considered to provide a broad comparison of the evolution of cities in the rich Global North and the poorer Global South. Topics covered in the book include: a brief history of cities from ancient times to the postmodern present the differences between 'global cities' in the North and 'megacities' in the South the environmental impact of urban life and the idea of sustainable cities urban planning, urban politics and urban poverty.Featuring suggestions for further reading, recommended websites and a number of maps and illustrations, this is the ideal starting point for those interested in any aspect of cities or urban studies.

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  • Q: What is the main focus of 'The City: The Basics'? A: The book provides a brief overview of the study of cities and city life, considering economic, political, cultural, and environmental aspects.
  • Q: Who is the author of 'The City: The Basics'? A: The author of the book is Kevin Archer.
  • Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: Topics include the history of cities, differences between global cities and megacities, environmental impacts of urban life, sustainable cities, urban planning, and urban poverty.
  • Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
  • Q: How many pages does 'The City: The Basics' have? A: The book contains 232 pages.
  • Q: When was 'The City: The Basics' published? A: The book was published on August 16, 2012.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in urban studies? A: Yes, it is ideal for anyone interested in cities or urban studies, offering a broad comparison and suggestions for further reading.
  • Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
  • Q: Does the book include any illustrations or maps? A: Yes, it features several maps and illustrations to enhance the content.
  • Q: Are there any recommendations for further reading in 'The City: The Basics'? A: Yes, the book includes suggestions for further reading and recommended websites.

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