جزییات کتاب
This distinctive anthology contains classic and first-rate contemporary writings that have had a major impact on the field of urban studies. The expert and well-known scholars who have written these essays cover central topics that have evolved over the past 25 years. Brings together 20 of the most important classic and contemporary readings on cities and society in one accessible volumeOffers an international focus, as well as case studies, all by leading experts in the field Includes an analytical introduction by the editor Provides coverage of current trends, theoretical perspectives, and policy issues Features diverse topics such as space, housing, globalization, the economy, and social inequalities.Content: Chapter 1 The City as a Growth Machine: Toward a Political Economy of Place (pages 15–27): Harvey MolotchChapter 2 Urban Restructuring: A Critical View (pages 28–42): John R. Logan and Todd SwanstromChapter 3 Space and Status (pages 43–53): Daphne SpainChapter 4 Los Angeles and the Chicago School: Invitation to a Debate (pages 54–71): Michael DearChapter 5 Modernity, Post?Modernity and Urban Culture (pages 72–80): Mike Savage and Alan WardeChapter 6 Overview of Global Cities (pages 81–90): Saskia SassenChapter 7 The Urban?Rural Interface and Migration (pages 91–99): Alan Gilbert and Josef GuglerChapter 8 Community, Ethnicity, and Urban Sociology (pages 100–109): Jan LinChapter 9 The New Urban Reality (pages 110–126): Roger WaldingerChapter 10 The Return of the Sweatshop (pages 127–143): Edna Bonacich and Richard P. AppelbaumChapter 11 Understanding Homelessness: From Global to Local (pages 145–166): Jennifer Wolch and Michael DearChapter 12 Economic Restructuring and Redevelopment (pages 167–182): Susan S. FainsteinChapter 13 Gentrification, Cuisine, and the Critical Infrastructure: Power and Centrality Downtown (pages 183–194): Sharon ZukinChapter 14 Gazing on History (pages 195–214): John UrryChapter 15 Neo?Bohemia: Art and Neighborhood Redevelopment in Chicago (pages 215–229): Richard LloydChapter 16 Chaos or Community? Directions for Public Policy (pages 231–251): Paul A. JargowskyChapter 17 The Missing Link (pages 252–266): Douglas S. Massey and Nancy A. DentonChapter 18 Fortress LA (pages 267–283): Mike DavisChapter 19 Economic Inequality and Public Policy: The Power of Place (pages 284–302): Todd Swanstrom, Peter Dreier and John MollenkopfChapter 20 The Challenge of Urban Sprawl (pages 303–329): Thad Williamson, David Imbroscio and Gar Alperovitz