Globalization and Urban Culture in Dhaka

This book explores globalization and urban cultures in Dhaka,Bangladesh,from a socio-cultural perspective,focusing on the evolving nature of urbanity due to globalization and the global flow of information. It discusses key linkages and factors in urban transformation,the history and heritage of Old Dhaka,globalization,diverse urban cultures,changes in food habits,clothing,health practices,recreation,forms of festivals,marriages,and religious practices,the situation of indigenous people,and the roles of NGOs,civil society,and the local government.

Format: Hardback
Length: 150 pages
Publication date: 06 May 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate interplay between globalization and urban cultures in Dhaka, the vibrant capital of Bangladesh. It offers a socio-cultural perspective, shedding light on the transformative effects of globalization and the global flow of information on the urban landscape. The volume explores various facets of urban transformation, including historical and heritage aspects of Old Dhaka, the impact of globalization on diverse urban cultures and ethnic spaces, shifts in food habits, clothing, health practices, recreation, evolving forms of festivals, marriages, and religious practices, the challenges faced by indigenous communities in Old Dhaka, and the roles that NGOs, civil society, and local government play in shaping the city's development.

Through rich ethnographic case studies and field-based evidence, the book examines the complex relations between technology-driven economic activities and the increasing cultural homogenization. It traces the developments brought about by cultural globalization and includes contemporary debates, as well as comparisons of Asian and global perspectives. This book serves as a valuable resource for scholars and researchers in urban studies, city studies, urban sociology, social anthropology, cultural anthropology, political sociology, development studies, South Asian studies, and cultural studies. It will also interest individuals with an interest in Bangladesh and its dynamic urban culture.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367510756