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Urban Economics
(Fifth edition) Arthur O'Sullivan |
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This book uses economic
analysis to explain why cities exist, where they develop, how they grow, and
how different activities are arranged within cities. It also explores the economics
of urban problems such as poverty, inadequate housing, segregation,
congestion, pollution, and crime. The text is designed
for use in undergraduate courses in urban economics and urban affairs. It
could also be used for graduate courses in urban planning, public policy, and
public administration. All of the economic concepts used in the book are
covered in the typical intermediate microeconomics courses, so students who
have completed such a course will be able to move through the book at a rapid
pace. For students whose exposure to microeconomics is limited to an
introductory course - or who could benefit from a review of the concepts
covered in an intermediate microeconomics course - I have provided an
appendix (Tools of Microeconomics) that covers the essential concepts. What's New in the 5th
Edition? There are many changes
in the book for the fifth edition. The tables and charts have been thoroughly
updated with the most recent data. Throughout the book, I've incorporating
the insights and facts from recent theoretical and empirical research. The
policy analysis has been updated to reflect recent changes in public policy
and refinements in the economic analysis of policy alternatives. From the Preface by the author Arthur O'Sullivan is a professor of economics
at Lewis and Professor O'Sullivan's
research explores economic issues concerning urban land use, environmental
protection, and public policy. His articles appear in many economics
journals, including Journal of Urban Economics, Journal of Environmental
Economics and Management, National Tax Journal, Journal of Public Economics, and
Journal of Law and Economics. |
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