Cities and the Cultural Economy

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The book explores the complex dynamics of the creative economy and its socioeconomic impacts, highlighting the tensions between growth and inequality. It examines how cultural economy policies influence urban development, labor markets, and housing, often leading to gentrification and precarious employment. While recognizing the resilience of creative industries during economic downturns, it also addresses the uneven outcomes of these policies, such as community regeneration and urban vitality, offering a nuanced perspective on the challenges and benefits of the cultural economy.