City and Citizen in Modern China ― Towards a Scientific Approach to Urban Development

Written by experts from the extremely prestigious Institute of Urban Development of China, this book is aimed at academics and students interested in development studies, urban studies, and Chinese studies. It offers a comprehensive evaluation of the development of China's key cities from the unique perspective of scientific development. The book includes all Chinese urban conurbations, from the prefecture level upwards, to ensure the results, observations, and analysis are comprehensive and balanced. It draws a clear picture of the relationships between the city and its residents. China's cities have evolved and grown radically in recent years, and this book examines these changes with a clear focus on the wellbeing of those citizens who now reside in cities. (Series: Urban Development in China)