Exploring the connections between globalization and urbanization, this notable book places particular emphasis on understanding the economic function of global cities, the political process of globalizing cities, and the cultural significance of cosmopolitan cities.
The book explores the meaning of the globalizing project in cities:
Specific chapters look at the significance of signature architects, the hosting of the Summer Olympics and the role of the super-rich. The main thesis of the book is that this discourse of globalizing is a major force in the restructuring of cities around the world.
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Exploring the connections between globalization and urbanization, this notable book places particular emphasis on understanding the economic function of global cities, the political process of globalizing cities, and the cultural significance of cosmopolitan cities.
The book explores the meaning of the globalizing project in cities:
Specific chapters look at the significance of signature architects, the hosting of the Summer Olympics and the role of the super-rich. The main thesis of the book is that this discourse of globalizing is a major force in the restructuring of cities around the world.
Imprint | Routledge |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Series | Questioning Cities |
Release date | May 2004 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | 2004 |
Authors | John Rennie Short |
Dimensions | 234 x 156 x 9mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 160 |
Edition | New |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-415-30542-6 |
Barcode | 9780415305426 |
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LSN | 0-415-30542-X |