Now an established global force, China has experienced a
sustained period of staggering economic growth since policy reform in the
1970s. Chinese urbanisation is the most significant example of economic,
environmental and social change both within China and globally. In recent
years, central government has made a concerted effort to encourage city
governments to realign their priorities and achieve a balance between economic
efficiency, social justice and environmental protection.



Chinese Urban
Transformation: A Tale of Six Cities is a fascinating exploration of the dramatic
development Chinese cities have undergone. Tracing this transformation through a
comprehensive analysis of social and economic change in six cities, it unravels
the complex relationship between policy, outlook and role that urban
development plays in China’s view of itself, including the tensions resulting
from rapid social and economic change.



Grounded in current Chinese planning and both classical and
recent discussions on the city and urban spaces, this book is essential for architects,
planners, urban designers and engineers with an interest in working in,
learning about, or trying to break into Chinese urban planning and social
policy.