Since the end of the Second World War, universities have become increasingly urbanised, resulting in widespread concerns about the autonomy of universities as places of critical thinking and learning. Simultaneously, there is increased debate about the role universities can play in building urban economies, creating jobs and reshaping the politics and identities of cities.
In City Of Broken Dreams, author Leslie Bank embeds the reader's understanding of the university within a history of industrialisation, placing-making and city building.
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Since the end of the Second World War, universities have become increasingly urbanised, resulting in widespread concerns about the autonomy of universities as places of critical thinking and learning. Simultaneously, there is increased debate about the role universities can play in building urban economies, creating jobs and reshaping the politics and identities of cities.
In City Of Broken Dreams, author Leslie Bank embeds the reader's understanding of the university within a history of industrialisation, placing-making and city building.
Imprint | HSRC Press |
Country of origin | South Africa |
Release date | April 2019 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 5 - 10 working days |
Authors | Leslie J. Bank |
Dimensions | 233 x 165 x 20mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 326 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-7969-2454-4 |
Barcode | 9780796924544 |
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LSN | 0-7969-2454-6 |