Cities and Nature connects environmental processes with social and political actions. The book reconnects science and social science to demonstrate how the city is part of the environment and how it is subject to environmental constraints and opportunities. This second edition has been extensively revised and updated with in-depth examination of theory and critical themes. Greater discussion is given to urbanization trends and megacities; the post-industrial city and global economic changes; developing cities and slums; urban political ecology; the role of the city in climate change; and sustainability. The book explores the historical relationship between cities and nature; contemporary challenges to this relationship; and attempts taken to create more sustainable cities. The historical context situates urban development and its impact on the environment; and in turn the environmental impact on people in cities. This provides a foundation from which to understand contemporary issues; such as urban political ecology; hazards and disasters; water quality and supply; air pollution and climate change. The book then considers sustainability and how it has been informed by different theoretical approaches. Issues of environmental justice and the role of gender and race are explored. The final chapter examines the ways in which cities are practicing sustainability; from light "greening" efforts such as planting trees; to more comprehensive sustainability plans that integrate the multiple dimensions of sustainability.The text contains case studies from around the globe; with many drawn from cities in the developing world; as well as reviews of recent research; updated and expanded further reading to highlight relevant films; websites and journal articles. This book is an asset to students and researchers in geography; environmental studies; urban studies and planning and sustainability.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great Sense of HumorBy Joy DevoreWitty. This is a light read laced with humor. Youll enjoy it!6 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Great play; very slim editionBy K. BuschI wont write of the play itself which I think is worth having and reading. Instead; a few words on this edition.You cannot beat it on price. Though sturdy; the book is bare bones. No introductions. No cast of characters. I even noticed a few typos. At least once; a speech is attributed to the wrong character. Were I buying this play in bulk for a performance or a reading; Id buy this edition. For my library; Id be less inclined.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. interestingBy keacoolIf you take this book at face value it is a light; enjoyable read. This book is so much more. Some parts i disagree with but it is interesting to see how some views on men and women have changed and how some stayed the same. I really enjoyed this book.