Routledge Urbanization in Vietnam - Contemporary SE Asia Series

Urbanization in Vietnam offers a unique perspective on how cities grow and change the landscapes around them. While many studies look at how rural populations move into urban centers, this book examines the opposite effect: how the physical expansion of cities impacts existing rural communities. Based on long-term, original research within a single settlement, this work tracks a rural commune that has been absorbed by the spreading urban area of Hanoi over two decades. It provides a detailed look at the transition of village residents as they become urban dwellers. This study is essential for those interested in the social and physical shifts that occur when agricultural land is overtaken by urban spread. As part of the Routledge Contemporary Southeast Asia Series, this book provides a deep look into the changing nature of Vietnamese society and the transformation of traditional living spaces into modern urban environments.