Urban Empires: Cities as Global Rulers in the New Urban World

Urban Empires explores the complex evolutionary patterns of cities worldwide, analyzing their dominant position in the 'New Urban World' and their emerging roles in a global network society. It examines the economic and political drivers of network cities, explores governance challenges, and identifies the new geography of the emergent 'urban century.'

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 24 September 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The 'urban century' is upon us, with cities across the globe experiencing complex and transformative evolutionary patterns. This phenomenon is observed in both developing and developed countries, marking a significant shift in our contemporary systems. Urban Empires takes a global perspective to explore the backgrounds, mechanisms, drivers, and consequences of these radical changes in our urban landscapes. It examines the dominant position of modern cities in the 'New Urban World' and investigates their emerging roles in our global network society.

The volume offers a comprehensive analysis of the drastic change cities have undergone internationally, encompassing applied and theoretical perspectives on the competitive profile of urban agglomerations in a globalizing world. Renowned scholars contribute to the chapters, providing advanced analytical insights that shed light on the challenges and opportunities faced by cities in this era.

Through its exploration of the economic and political drivers of network cities in a global context, the volume uncovers the complexities and challenges associated with governance in mega-cities. It also identifies and maps out the new geography of the emergent 'urban century,' highlighting the spatial and demographic shifts that shape our urban environments.

Urban Empires serves as a valuable resource for students and researchers interested in delving into the scientific and policy needs of cities as they become the dominant force in our global age. With contributions from well-known and influential scholars from around the world, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of the complexities and opportunities that arise from the urbanization of our world.

Weight: 820g
Dimension: 189 x 235 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138601710