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Routledge Dubai: Behind an Urban Spectacle - History Book

Name: Routledge Dubai: Behind an Urban Spectacle - History Book
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the transformation of one of the world's most famous cities with Dubai: Behind an Urban Spectacle. Published by Routledge, this book follows the journey of Dubai from its origins as a small fishing village to its current status on the global stage. Yasser Elsheshtawy uses a wide range of sources, including historical narratives, travel descriptions, and local fictional accounts, to provide a colorful and detailed history of urban development. This text moves past the surface-level glamour of mega-projects to offer a real look at the forces shaping the city. Through the use of case studies and surveys, readers can understand the economic and political drivers behind Dubai's rapid growth. It provides a deep look at changing urbanity and how the city fits into the broader global city network. This is an essential resource for anyone interested in architecture, landscape, and the history of urban planning.

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Trace the history of Dubai from a small fishing village to a global urban center through diverse historical narratives.

Gain a deeper understanding of urban growth by examining the economic and political forces that drive city development.

Access a unique perspective that looks beyond famous mega-projects to explore the reality of the city's changing urbanity.

Utilize detailed case studies and surveys to analyze Dubai's specific place within the global city network.

Learn through varied storytelling methods including travel descriptions and fictional accounts by local writers.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415444616
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Architecture > Landscape
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 22 July 2009
Listed Since: 17 April 2007

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