What is urban theory and how does it help us understand our urban experiences? These experiences are often characterized by large inequalities, not only between cities but also within cities, in an increasingly connected and globalized world.
Contents of the book
- Connections between urban theory and modernity via the Chicago School, spatial analysis, humanistic urban geography and radical approaches such as Marxism
- The influence of information technology, globalization, urban growth machine and urban regime theory on the city as an 'actor'
- Spatial expressions of inequality with concepts such as segregation, ghetto formation, suburbanization and gentrification
- Sociocultural spatial differences around gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity and cultural perspectives on identity, lifestyle and subcultures
- Understanding cities as intersections of horizontal and vertical positions, resources and locations that determine our urban experience
Features
The book is critical and interdisciplinary, designed for educational purposes with, among other things, summaries, discussion questions and suggestions for further study.
Language and target audience
Language: Dutch
Language level: HBO/WO
Suitable for education, study and professional development in the field of urban studies and sociology.
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