Until now; much research in the field of urban planning and change has focused on the economic; political; social; cultural and spatial transformations of global cities and larger metropolitan areas. In this topical new volume; David Bell and Mark Jayne redress this balance; focusing on urban change within small cities around the world. Drawing together research from a strong international team of contributors; this four part book is the first systematic overview of small cities. A comprehensive and integrated primer with coverage of all key topics; it takes a multi-disciplinary approach to an important contemporary urban phenomenon. The book addresses:political and economic decision making urban economic development and competitive advantagecultural infrastructure and planning in the regeneration of small citiesidentities; lifestyles and ways in which different groups interact in small cities. Centering on urban change as opposed to pure ethnographic description; the bookrsquo;s focus on informed empirical research raises many important issues. Its blend of conceptual chapters and theoretically directed case studies provides an excellent resource for a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate students; as well as providing a rich resource for academics and researchers.
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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. One of the Best and most culturally relevant books on identity; politics and art ever written - superb.By JonathanIm only half way through this book - but its incredibly inspiring. Superb. If youve a penchant for grass roots politics; visual art and philosophy ( the less pretentious kind) - this is a must-read. Too bad its gotten so pricey though!!