The City: The Basics Av Kevin Archer

<P><EM>The City: The Basics</EM> 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:</P><UL><LI>a brief history of cities from ancient times to the post-modern present</LI><LI>the differences between "global cities" in the North and "megacities" in the South</LI><LI>the environmental impact of urban life and the idea of sustainable cities</LI><LI>urban planning, urban politics and urban poverty.</LI></UL><P>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.</P>