About the Book
‘Urban Sociology’ introduces the reader to basic concepts, origin and development of Urban Sociology and its importance in present era. The distinction and continuum between rural and urban have been contemplated. It elaborates on process of urbanisation and the changing facets of urban communities. The various traditional and contemporary theories of Urban Sociology have been discussed in detail. The text also presents different problems being faced by urban society, ranging from traffic congestion and environmental issues to social challenges like housing, slums, poverty and urban crimes. Urban planning, governance and urban development policies have also been presented.
The book will not only interest students of sociology but will be of immense use to administrators, architects, town planners and social reformers.
Contents
• Introduction to Urban Sociology
• Urbanisation
• Theories in Urban Sociology
• Urban Problems
• Urban Planning, Governance and Policies
About the Author / Editor
Vinita Pandey is associated with Department of Sociology, Nizam College, Osmania University, Hyderabad. Her areas of interest revolve around Urban Sociology, Social Psychology, Qualitative Research and Development Studies. She has published several research papers in national and international journals and books on themes of participatory research and urban middle class. She is the recipient of Vidya Shiromani Award by the Citizens Council of Andhra Pradesh.
