In an era in which the individuality and vitality of small towns are under threat from globalization, and city planning discussions tend to center on topics like metropolitan regions, megaregions, and global cities, the authors of this volume see a need to reflect critically on the potential of small towns. They show how small towns can meet the challenge of a fast-paced, globalized world, and they use case studies to introduce movements, programs, and strategies capable of effectively promoting local cultures, traditions, identities, and sustainability.
Small towns often play critical roles in regional economic systems. When small towns focus on their specific characteristics and take advantage of their opportunities, they can become stable niches within regional, national, and global economies and take on an important role in shaping a sustainable future.
- ISBN10 3034608985
- ISBN13 9783034608985
- Publish Date 5 November 2012 (first published 1 January 2009)
- Publish Status Active
- Imprint Birkhauser
- Format eBook
- Pages 192
- Language German
- URL https://degruyter.com/isbn/9783034608985