This book examines the profound changes occurring in our society and in our cities as we move to a global information economy and global markets based on global communication and fast transport networks.These changes include: the expansion of these global networks enabling the globalization of markets for finance, services and goods; and the expansion of services, particularly information and producer services (high tech) and personal services (high touch). CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition: Minimal damage to the cover, dust jacket may not be included, minimal wear to binding, most of the pages undamaged(e.g., minimal creases or tears), highlighting / underlining acceptable on books as long as the text is readable and markings are not excessive, no missing pages. May be a former library book, with usual treatments(e.g., mylar covers, call stickers, stamps, card pockets, barcodes, or remainder marks). Extra components, such as CDs, DVDs, figurines, or access codes are not included. ISBN: 9781840143171 ISBN10: 1840143177 Contributors: Brotchie, John, Newton, Peter, Dickey, John,