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Perspectives in Metropolitan Research I: Self-Induced Shocks: Mega-Projects and Urban Development (Paperback)

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By Gernot Grabher (Editor), Joachim Thiel (Editor)
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Large-scale investment projects, or "mega-projects," often turn into icons of planning failures, overspending and extensive delays. This publication explores, with an international focus, how such disastrous enterprises can serve as potential catalysts for urban reform, particularly within the context of eco-cities and smart cities.

Product Details
ISBN: 9783868593709
ISBN-10: 3868593705
Publisher: Jovis Verlag
Publication Date: April 26th, 2016
Pages: 224
Language: English