Working, Housing

Working, Housing, Volume 1, provides an incisive analysis of the historical development and geography of cities. This work examines the shifting patterns of urbanization over time, focusing on the role of cities as global centers of production and work. Written by Jennifer Robinson, the text integrates empirical evidence from five continents to explore the diverse housing and shelter needs of urban populations.

This academic study falls within the categories of economics, business and money, and labor and industrial relations. It addresses critical urban problems and the political challenges they create, offering a detailed look at politics and government through a social science lens. The book presents a comprehensive framework for understanding urban form and function in a globalizing world.