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In this invaluable introduction to the major post--Second World War theories of Third World development, Peter Preston takes as his... Læs mere
If you thought the point of war was to win, this book will make you think again. David Keen questions the model of war as a contest between two sides aiming at political and... Læs mere
This book offers practical, realistic methods for reversing the effects of environmental catastrophe caused by industry. It defines regenerative design,... Læs mere
The handbook presents a comprehensive and authoritative examination of the rapidly growing field of political ecology. With contributions from over 50 leading... Læs mere
Explores the increasing significance of globalization processes on urban change, architectural practice and the built environment. The author also covers... Læs mere
By approaching zoning from a social science and planning perspective, this text engages students of urban planning, policy and design with several key questions relevant to the realities of zoning and land regulation they encounter in practice.
Drawing on a diverse range of case studies from the Australia, Bangladesh, Japan, New Zealand, Sweden and the USA, this book explores why urban waste management systems still remain a major challenge for almost all cities around the world.
This book provides both a review of World Heritage policy at the global level and case studies from Asia-Pacific (including Australia, South and Southeast Asia and China) of how human rights issues impact on both natural and cultural heritage sites and their management.
This book is a powerful exploration of the role of women in the evolution of African thinking and narratives on development, from the precolonial period right... Læs mere
This book frames the major debates and contemporary issues in women’s and gender studies in India. It locates them in the context of key theories, their interlinkages, and significant crossings and overlaps within the field while juxtaposing feminist and queer perspectives.
Provides an analytical framework to help policy makers interpret the potential impacts and significance of drought and weather extremes as they intersect with other development challenges and difficult developmental trade-offs.