Seeking Spatial Justice

Name: Seeking Spatial Justice
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By Edward W. Soja

Series: Globalization and Community

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Seeking Spatial Justice by Edward W. Soja explores the concept of spatial justice and the ways in which geography and spatial arrangements influence social justice issues. It delves into socio-economic disparities and urban development to highlight how spatial organization can either contribute to or alleviate inequality. Soja advocates for a more equitable distribution of resources and opportunities through spatial restructuring.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in exploring the complex relationship between space, society, and justice. It delves into the ways spatial issues impact social justice and urban planning, making it a compelling read for urban studies enthusiasts, geographers, and those passionate about social equity and reform.

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In Seeking Spatial Justice, Soja argues that justice has a geography and that the equitable distribution of resources, services, and access is a basic human right.

Building on current concerns in critical geography and the new spatial consciousness, Soja interweaves theory and practice, offering new ways of understanding and changing the unjust geographies in which we live.

Series: Globalization and Community

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Seeking Spatial Justice by Edward W. Soja has been well-received for its compelling examination of urban geography's role in social justice. Reviewers often highlight Soja's ability to blend theoretical insights with practical examples, illustrating how spatial inequalities can be addressed. His concepts are praised for their clarity and the book's relevance to both scholars and urban planners interested in creating more equitable cities.

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ISBN: 9780816666683

Publisher: University of Minnesota Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 April 2010

Country: United States

Imprint: University of Minnesota Press

Audience: General / adult

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Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Edward W. Soja is Distinguished Professor of Urban Planning at the UCLA School of Public Affairs, and for many years was Centennial Visiting Professor in the Cities Programme, London School of Economics. He is the author of Postmodern Geographies: The Reassertion of Space in Critical Theory, Thirdspace: Journeys to Los Angeles and Other Real-and-Imagined Places, and Postmetropolis: Critical Studies of Cities and Regions.

Seeking Spatial Justice