The Gentrification Reader

by Loretta Lees (Editor), Tom Slater (Editor), Elvin Wyly (Editor)

Gentrification remains a subject of heated debate in the public realm as well as scholarly and policy circles. This Reader brings together the classic writings and contemporary literature that has helped to define the field, changed the direction of how it is studied and illustrated the points of conflict and consensus that are distinctive of gentrification research. Covering everything from the theories of gentrification through to analysis of state-led policies and community resistance to those polices, this is an unparalleled collection of influential writings on a contentious contemporary issue. With insightful commentary from the editors, who are themselves internationally renowned experts in the field, this is essential reading for students of urban planning, geography, urban studies, sociology and housing studies.

Genres: Nonfiction, Cities, Social Justice, Urban, Politics

622 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 2010

Reviews

[Liz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm not saying it's perfect; one criticism I have is that it could have benefited from more articles on the specifically racialised aspects of gentrification. But it is extremely useful. It's basically written by a bunch of anti-gentrification types who aren't out to change your heart but to give you the information you need to get you up to speed on current debates. It's rare to get your hands on serious scholarly anthologies that are neither falsely neutral nor confined to only one political tendency.

appearing is this collection is tom slater's article "the eviction of critical perspectives from gentrification research". it may be of restricted interest, but it's super sharp and funny and rabble-rousing and you can download it for free here .