Canadian Cities in Transition: New Directions in the Twenty-First Century
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Author Description
The fourth edition of Canadian Cities in Transition: New Directions in the Twenty-First Century has been completely revised and updated to reflect the most current trends and issues concerning urban city centers in Canada and globally. This text examines urbanization through the lens of urban geography, from both traditional and modern perspectives. By including a breadth of classic and fresh material, from the foundations of urban geography, to Aboriginal populations, environmental damage, and urban food systems, this edition covers the most relevant topics in the discipline. With new pedagogical aids including chapter-end review questions and Building the City links to cross-reference between chapters, this text provides a comprehensive yet accessible approach to the discipline. The 25 chapters are further supported by abundant illustrative material and the most recent census data available.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the evolving dynamics of Canadian urban centers by analyzing the intersection of traditional geographical theory and contemporary twenty-first-century challenges. The authors, Pierre Filion, Ryan Walker, and Trudi E. Bunting, utilize a multidisciplinary approach to synthesize academic research, recent census data, and case studies. They argue that understanding the modern city requires a framework that accounts for shifting demographics, environmental sustainability, and the historical foundations of urban development.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive analysis of urbanization trends within the Canadian geographical context.
- Examination of diverse topics including Aboriginal populations, urban food systems, and environmental impacts.
- Pedagogical tools such as chapter-end review questions and cross-referencing links.
- Integration of current census data and illustrative materials to support theoretical arguments.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and educators identify this text as a foundational resource for students of urban geography and planning. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which is balanced by structured pedagogical aids that facilitate classroom learning.
Page Count:
592
Publication Date:
2010-08-23
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0195431251
ISBN-13:
9780195431254
Academic
Sociology
Geography
Urban Studies
Canada
Cities And Towns
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