The Making of Place and People in the Danish Metropolis: A Sociohistory of Copenhagen North West

This book explores the sociohistorical creation of place and people in Copenhagen from 1900 to the present, focusing on the notorious neighborhood of Copenhagen North West. It investigates the genesis and development of this area, highlighting three angles: the production of socio-spatial constructions, local social pedagogical interventions, and residents' subjective experiences. It analyzes how social, symbolic, and spatial structures intertwine to shape divisions of inequality and marginality in the city over 125 years.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 218 pages
Publication date: 09 January 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the intricate sociohistorical tapestry of Copenhagen, spanning from around 1900 to the present day. Drawing inspiration from the profound sociological insights of Pierre Bourdieu and the thought-provoking hypothesis of Loïc Wacquant, it explores the genesis and evolution of the renowned neighborhood of Copenhagen North West. As an extraordinary place, the North West serves as a poignant illustration of Danish welfare and urban history, challenging the notion of an inclusive Copenhagen. Through meticulous empirical analysis, the book sheds light on three interconnected aspects of the social history of this area: the creation of socio-spatial constructs and authoritative categorizations of the neighborhood, particularly by the state and the media; the local social pedagogical interventions and symbolic boundary drawings by welfare agencies in the neighborhood; and the subjective experiences of place, social divisions, and (dis)honor experienced by the residents. By unraveling these threads, The Making of Place and People in the Danish Metropolis offers a profound exploration of how social, symbolic, and spatial structures intertwine and shape the dynamics of inequality and marginality within the city over a span of 125 years. This scholarly work will captivate scholars of sociology, urban studies, and urban history, with a particular interest in social welfare.

Weight: 360g
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367535063