Ghetto at the Center of the World: Chungking Mansions, Hong Kong
By Mathews Gordon
📖Paperback
$115.99Out of stock
Code: 9780226510200
Ghetto at the Center of the World: Chungking Mansions, Hong Kong
Gordon Mathews, 2011
Overview
Chungking Mansions stands as a unique structure in the heart of Hong Kong's bustling tourist district. This seventeen-story building, a mix of commercial and residential spaces, presents a stark contrast to the city's glamorous image. A journey into its depths reveals the complex realities of globalization. The book offers a glimpse into a less-seen aspect of urban life and international interconnectedness.
Who it's for
- Readers interested in urban studies and sociology.
- Those curious about the realities of globalization.
- Individuals interested in Hong Kong's social landscape.
Key features
- Paperback edition
- 248 pages
- Published in 2011
- ISBN: 9780226510200
- Publisher: Wiley