[ePub] Behzti (Dishonour) (Oberon Modern Plays) by Gurpreet Kaur Bhatti in Arts-Photography

Description

A new 21st century urban phenomenon is emerging: the networked polycentric mega-city region. Developed around one or more cities of global status; it is characterized by a cluster of cities and towns; physically separate but intensively networked in a complex spatial division of labour. This book describes and analyses eight such regions in North West Europe. For the first time; this work shows how businesses interrelate and communicate in geographical space - within each region; between them; and with the wider world. It goes on to demonstrate the profound consequences for spatial planning and regional development in Europe - and; by implication; other similar urban regions of the world.The Polycentric Metropolis introduces the concept of a mega-city region; analyses its characteristics; examines the issues surrounding regional identities; and discusses policy ramifications and outcomes for infrastructure; transport systems and regulation. Packed with high quality maps; case study data and written in a clear style by highly experienced authors; this will be an insightful and significant analysis suitable for professionals in urban planning and policy; environmental consultancies; business and investment communities; technical libraries; and students in urban studies; geography; economics and town/spatial planning.