Cities of the World: Regional Patterns and Urban Environments

Brunn, Stanley D.; Zeigler, Donald J.; Hays-Mitchell, Maureen; Graybill, Jessica K.

ISBN 10: 1538126346 / ISBN 13: 9781538126349

Published by Rowman & Littlefield (edition 7), 2020

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Cities of the World: Regional Patterns and Urban Environments
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield (edition 7)
• Publication Date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1538126346
• ISBN 13: 9781538126349
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 7.
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Remarkably, more than half of the world's population now lives in cities, and the numbers grow daily as people abandon rural areas. This fully updated and revised seventh edition of the classic text offers readers a comprehensive set of tools for understanding world regional geography, as seen through the urban landscape, and, by extension, the world's politics, cultures, and economies.

Providing a sweeping overview of world urban geography, noted experts explore the major global regions. Each regional chapter considers urban history, economy, culture, and environment, as well as special problems and future prospects. A regional map that shows the major cities, a summary of basic statistical information about the cities and urbanization in each region, and a list of ten salient points about that region’s urban experience frame each region. Chapters conclude with a list of references, including films and webpages, which can be used by the student and instructor for additional information about specific cities.

This edition adds the important new themes of climate change and migration, while continuing to focus specifically on sustainability, water, technology, social and environmental justice, security and conflict, the history of urban settlement, urban planning trends, and daily life. Vignettes of key cities give the reader a vivid understanding of daily life and the "spirit of place." The opening chapter presents an overview of key terms and concepts and explores contemporary world urbanization, and a concluding chapter projects the world's urban future.

Generously illustrated in full color with a new selection of photographs, maps, and diagrams, the text also includes a rich array of textboxes to highlight key topics ranging from migration and immigration to LBGTQ activism, human security, and climate change. Clearly written and timely, Cities of the World will be invaluable for those teaching introductory or advanced classes on global cities, regional geography, the developing world, and global urban studies.

About the Author

Stanley D. Brunn is emeritus professor of geography at the University of Kentucky. Maureen Hays-Mitchell is professor of geography at Colgate University. Donald J. Zeigler is professor of geography at Old Dominion University. Jessica K. Graybill is associate professor of geography at Colgate University.