Advanced Introduction to Urban Segregation

Authors
Publication date 2023
ISBN
  • 9781803924076
  • 9781803924090
ISBN (electronic)
  • 9781803924083
Series Elgar Advanced Introductions
Number of pages 170
Publisher Cheltenham: Edward Elgar Publishing
Organisations
  • Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences (FMG) - Amsterdam Institute for Social Science Research (AISSR)
Abstract
The Advanced Introduction to Urban Segregation explores urban segregation on an international scale, offering expert analysis on pressing and theoretical debates and key contemporary issues relating to this interdisciplinary field of study. It provides detailed insights into the various dimensions and domains of urban segregation, the range of methods used for measuring segregation, and the effects it can have on neighbourhoods and individuals. Recognising variations in the patterns of segregation from country to country, the book further discusses the different approaches and challenges affecting policy interventions.

Key Features:

● A review of theories of urban segregation
● A focus on the impacts of urban segregation
● Critical analysis of classic and new research methods
● An exploration of urban segregation across all continents
● Discussion of why so much attention is given to segregation
● An outline of segregation in various domains and dimensions
Document type Book
Note Available in university library UvA.
Language English
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