Urban & municipal planning
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Urban & municipal planning
paperback. Urban infrastructure is undergoing a fascinating and necessary transformation in the wake of new information and communication technologies. This volume brings together many of the most important new voices in the fields impacting modern urban infrastructure to explore this revolutionary change in the city. Editor(s): Tierney, T. F. Num Pages: 256 pages, 33 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AMVD; JFSG; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- University of Virginia Press United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- First Edition
- SKU
- V9780813939483
- ISBN
- 9780813939483
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.76
€ 46.76
The Everyday Resilience of the City. How Cities Respond to Terrorism a...
Coaffee, Jon; Wood, David Murakami; Rogers, P...
Hardback. This book examines the practice of urban resilience past and present, drawing on deeper global historical sources and detailed case-studies of contemporary Britain. It argues that resilience is neither new nor necessarily about protecting ordinary people, but part of a long struggle over the control of cities. Series: New Security Challenges. Num Pages: 352 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSG; JPWL; RPC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 676.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230546738
- ISBN
- 9780230546738
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.03
€ 124.03
Hardcover. The contributors illustrate what twin analytical and practical challenges emerge from juxtaposing cultural, economic, historical, postcolonial, virtual, architectural, literary, security and political stances to the concept of the 'global city'. Num Pages: 296 pages, 9 black & white tables, 13 black & white line drawings, 2 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFS; KCU; RNT; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 146 x 22. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137286864
- ISBN
- 9781137286864
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 64.61
€ 64.61
Hardcover. The author examines the two most advanced eco-city projects: the Sino-Singapore Tianjin Eco-City in China, and Masdar City in Abu Dhabi. These are the most notable attempts at building new eco-cities to both face up to the 'crises' of the modern world and to use the city as an engine for transition to a low-carbon economy. Num Pages: 145 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCN; KCU; RG; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 147 x 218 x 12. Weight in Grams: 316.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Pivot
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137298751
- ISBN
- 9781137298751
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.48
€ 63.48
Planning and the Case Study Method in Africa: The Planner in Dirty Sho...
Duminy, James, Andreasen, J?rgen, Lerise, Fre...
Hardcover. This book addresses the relevance of the case study research methodology for enhancing urban planning research and education in Africa and the global South. It provides an introduction to the case study methodology and features examples of its application to planning research and education on the continent. Editor(s): Duminy, James; Andreasen, Jorgen; Lerise, Fred; Odendaal, Nancy; Watson, Vanessa. Num Pages: 296 pages, 5 black & white tables, 9 colour illustrations, 5 figures, 1 maps. BIC Classification: 1H; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 145 x 21. Weight in Grams: 474.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137307941
- ISBN
- 9781137307941
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 64.69
€ 64.69
Understanding Geographies of Polarization and Peripheralization
. Ed(S): Lang, Thilo; Henn, Sebastian; Sgibne...
Hardback. This book presents a multifaceted perspective on regional development and corresponding processes of adaptation and response, focusing on the concepts of polarization and peripheralization. It discusses theoretical and empirical foundations and presents several compelling case studies from Central and Eastern Europe and beyond. Editor(s): Lang, Thilo; Henn, Sebastian; Sgibnev, Wladimir; Ehrlich, Kornelia. Series: New Geographies of Europe. Num Pages: 368 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DF; 1DV; JFFJ; JHBD; RGC; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 25. Weight in Grams: 595.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137415073
- ISBN
- 9781137415073
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.51
€ 123.51
Washington 101: An Introduction to the Nation's Capital
Daughtery, Laura, Matthew N. Green, Mazzenga,...
Hardcover. Washington 101 offers a layman's introduction to the richness and diversity of the nation's capital. An exploration of the history, politics, architecture, and people of the city and region, Washington 101 is a must-read for anyone curious to learn more about Washington. Num Pages: 281 pages, 15 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPA; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 139 x 20. Weight in Grams: 458.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137433381
- ISBN
- 9781137433381
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.76
€ 122.76
Hardback. The book investigates the complexity of the Latin American mega cities and the multiple commitments of the apparatus of the state with a focus on the failures of the public water sector. It offers an innovative interpretation of large-scale urbanization, one of the most challenging questions affecting Latin American governments and society. Series: Cities and the Global Politics of the Environment. Num Pages: 163 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNFD; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 359.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 163
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137468666
- ISBN
- 9781137468666
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Condition: New
€ 63.71
€ 63.71
Hardback. Series: Cultural Sociology. Num Pages: 303 pages, 1 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; RGC; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 148 x 24. Weight in Grams: 560.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 303
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137487711
- ISBN
- 9781137487711
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 144.27
€ 144.27
Hardback. Proposing a renovation of the metaphor of the urban fabric, Interwoven Cities develops an analysis of how cities might be woven into alternative patterns, to better sustain social and ecological life. Series: Queenship and Power. Num Pages: 168 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSG; RNU; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 367.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 168
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137546159
- ISBN
- 9781137546159
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.78
€ 63.78
Hardback. Editor(s): Jupesta, Joni; Wakiyama, Takako. Series: Cities and the Global Politics of the Environment. Num Pages: 143 pages, 27 colour illustrations, 19 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; RPC; THX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 148 x 14. Weight in Grams: 319.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 143
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137596758
- ISBN
- 9781137596758
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.89
€ 63.89
Hardback. With half of the world's population living in urban areas, it is essential that the growth of urban areas is supported by the development of adequate and sustainable infrastructure. This work offers coverage of critical issues on the highway and urban environment which are key to understanding sustainability in the world's expanding urban areas. Editor(s): Morrison, Gregory M.; Rauch, Sebastien. Series: Alliance for Global Sustainability Bookseries. Num Pages: 592 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RPC; RPT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1039.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 592
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402060090
- ISBN
- 9781402060090
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 242.54
€ 242.54
Hardback. Editor(s): Murray, Martin; Myers, Garth Andrew. Num Pages: 332 pages, 16 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1H; GTB; JFSG; RPC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 586.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave USA United States
- Number of pages
- 332
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781403970350
- ISBN
- 9781403970350
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.94
€ 123.94
Hardback. This book offers a thorough view of the challenges facing cities regarding growth, governance, institutions, infrastructures, environmental well-being, social integration, science, culture, urban renaissance, planning, local democracy and citizenship. Num Pages: 233 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNU; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1220.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 233
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441960368
- ISBN
- 9781441960368
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.24
€ 127.24
hardcover. Pluralism is arguably one of the most important features of modern society, and may be a key driver of progress in science, society and economic development. This book examines archaeological evidence pointing to effective power-sharing for the public good. Series: Contributions to Global Historical Archaeology. Num Pages: 210 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HD; JPQB; KCD; RPC; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 1080.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 210
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441983053
- ISBN
- 9781441983053
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 126.34
€ 126.34
Paperback. This book offers a thorough view of the challenges facing cities regarding growth, governance, institutions, infrastructures, environmental well-being, social integration, science, culture, urban renaissance, planning, local democracy and citizenship. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNU; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 415.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781489998897
- ISBN
- 9781489998897
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 122.72
€ 122.72
Rural Planning from an Environmental Systems Perspective
. Ed(S): Golley, Frank Benjamin; Bellot, Juan
paperback. Editor(s): Golley, Frank Benjamin; Bellot, Juan. Series: Springer Series on Environmental Management. Num Pages: 389 pages, 62 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPQB; PSAF; RNK; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 20. Weight in Grams: 743.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1999
- Number of pages
- 389
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461271482
- ISBN
- 9781461271482
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 240.67
€ 240.67
Hardcover. This volume brings a plurality of approaches -- from political economic to Foucauldian -- to bear on the broad range of contestations around urban neoliberalism. The contributors explore the range of resistant agency and reveal the heterogeneity of intersecting power relations that movements mobilize against. Editor(s): Kunkel, Jenny; Mayer, Margit. Num Pages: 241 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSG; KCA; RGCP; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 137 x 224 x 19. Weight in Grams: 424.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230271838
- ISBN
- 9780230271838
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 144.10
€ 144.10
Hardcover. New urban developments such as office blocks, warehouses and retail complexes are increasingly commonin outer city regionsacrossthe world. This book examines the processes of post-suburbanization in international perspective, exploring how developments across the world might be considered post-suburban. Editor(s): Phelps, Nicholas F.; Wu, Fulong. Num Pages: 305 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSG; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 141 x 23. Weight in Grams: 496.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230276390
- ISBN
- 9780230276390
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 64.73
€ 64.73
Hardcover. This collection of essays explores the phenomenon of antiurbanism: the antipathy and fear of the city. Editor(s): Thompson, Michael J. Num Pages: 256 pages, 8 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JFSG; RPC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 218 x 146 x 18. Weight in Grams: 404.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230610590
- ISBN
- 9780230610590
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.73
€ 122.73