Lahore in the 21st Century
The Functioning and Development of a Megacity in the Global South
- 200 pages
- English
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Lahore in the 21st Century
The Functioning and Development of a Megacity in the Global South
About This Book
Analysing the evolution of Lahore's social organization, culture and ideologies since Pakistan's independence in 1947, this book explores how social and cultural changes affect the social economy, spatial structure and the urban environment.
It uncovers the internal dynamics and functional order of the city that sustain everyday life, despite its challenges and seemingly disorderly institutions. The book offers a strategic vision for the city's development that emphasizes equitable policies for public utilities and the built environment. In addition, the author proposes a complementary programme for social development and civic ethos.
This book will be a valuable resource for academics and students in the fields of urban planning, geography, urban studies and sociology and those interested in the urbanism of the global south, particularly Pakistan.
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Table of contents
- Cover Page
- Half Title page
- Series Page
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Dedication
- Contents
- Figures
- Images
- Tables
- Abbreviations
- Preface and acknowledgements
- 1 Lahore as a colonial city and the path of social change
- 2 Pakistani Lahore
- 3 Community life and the functional order of Lahore
- 4 The structure of the cityâs economy and social ecology
- Selected images of Lahore
- 5 Spatial organization: Development of the urban system
- 6 Structuring the city: Public policies, urban planning and private initiatives
- 7 Lahore as a city of the global south: Visualizing its inclusive and sustainable future
- Bibliography
- Index