Global Cities, Local Streets

Focusing on the interplay between globalization and local communities, this ethnographic work features six urban research teams exploring shopping streets in New York, Shanghai, Amsterdam, Berlin, Toronto, and Tokyo. The authors analyze the evolution of these streets over time, highlighting how they reflect the complexities of everyday diversity within global cities. This insightful text is particularly valuable for courses on urbanization, consumption, and globalization, offering a unique perspective on urban studies.