Books by Andy Thornley

The complex, multi-faceted process of globalization has profound implications for planning. In this text these are explored in relation to the urban, regional and environmental problems that planning faces, the changes in planning theory and the nature of planning practice and professionalism.

This major comparative text examines what have been traditionally regarded as 'world cities' (New York, London, Tokyo) and a range of other important cities in America, Europe and Asia. The authors show the role planning has played in cities' responses to the forces of globalization, and argue for the importance of diverse planning practices.