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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.

The World of Cities: Places in Comparative and Historical Perspective

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Paperback / softback by Anthony M. Orum , Xiangming Chen

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    Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
    Publication Date: 13/12/2002
    ISBN13: 9780631210269, 978-0631210269
    ISBN10: 0631210261

    Number of Pages: 192

    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.

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