Chinese City

The authors of this book provide a comprehensive understanding of China's urbanization and cities,grounded in history and geography and challenging readers to consider Chinese urbanization through multiple disciplinary and thematic lenses. It offers a survey of the evolving urban landscape, covering topics such as history, patterns of urbanization, spatial and regional context, models of urban form, economic and social-spatial transformation, urbanism and cultural dynamics, housing and land development, environmental and infrastructure issues, poverty and inequality, and challenges of urban governance. Illustrated case studies in each chapter introduce readers to the diversity of cities and urban life in China.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Drawing on a wealth of research experience and keen observations of China's urban landscape, the authors offer a comprehensive and multidisciplinary understanding of China's urbanization and cities. This book, rooted in the spatial sciences, including geography, urban studies, urban planning, and environmental studies, provides a thorough survey of the evolving urban landscape. It explores various topics such as the history and patterns of urbanization, the spatial and regional context, models of urban form, economic and social-spatial transformation, urbanism and cultural dynamics, housing and land development, environmental and infrastructure issues, poverty and inequality, and challenges of urban governance.

The book highlights both parallels and substantive differences between China and comparable cities and countries worldwide. It examines the consequences of demographic, economic, social, and environmental transitions on cities and urban dwellers. Illustrated case studies in each chapter provide concrete examples and introduce readers to the diversity of cities and urban life in China.

This book is intended for a wide audience in higher education and beyond, including students, scholars, policymakers, and practitioners interested in Chinese Studies, East Asian Studies, Urban Studies, Urban Geography, or Urban Planning. It offers valuable insights and perspectives on China's urban development and provides a foundation for further research and discussion.

Weight: 640g
Dimension: 155 x 235 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138327771
Edition number: 2 New edition