One of the most notable features of literature about "new economic geography" is a close association between theoretical and empirical work. In contrast to earlier research, theoretical studies are often much more strongly focused on real-world phenomena. At the same time, empirical work is...

'Berg and Björner have succeeded in putting together a thought-provoking volume that sheds light on the theory and practice of city branding and reveals the mechanics of city positioning. The focus on China is inciting but the implications extend well beyond Chinese mega-cities to all cities...

Die "Medienstadt" bezeichnet Kultur- und Medien-Zentren auf verschiedensten geographischen Maßstabsebenen - sie umfasst lokale Cluster der Kulturproduktion im urbanen Raum bis hin zu den Kulturmetropolen des globalen Städtesystems. Die Medienwirtschaft kann heute als "Leit-Industrie" und...