The City: The Basics

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 Post-modern 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. Cities And City Life -- Cities As The Source Of Civilization -- From Trading To Industrial Cities -- From Industrial To Post-industrial Cities -- City Economics -- City Politics -- City Culture -- City Environment -- City Planning -- City Futures. Kevin Archer. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.