Essays and Research Papers on Urban Studies

5 pages in length. Suburbia represents a great deal of importance for cities today in that it provides an outlet for those who cannot or do not want to live within the confines of an overpopulated environment. There exist inherent problems for urban cities that have reached and surpassed the number of people ...

An 8 page research paper that compares and contrasts crime and poverty in San Francisco with Tokyo. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

An 8 page research paper/essay that analyses Paul Peterson's theories on urban planning and development and then discusses how they apply to the city of Miami. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 10 page paper which examines the world of Berry Gordy, Detroit, and Motown during the 1950s and the 1960s. The paper makes use of the books "Dancing in the Street: Motown and the Cultural Politics of Detroit" by Suzanne E. Smith, "New American Ghetto" by Camelia Vegara, and "Urban Crisis" by Thomas Sugrue. Bibliography lists 6 additional sources. ...

A 5 page paper which provides a general overview of Mary Pattillo McCoy's "Black Picket Fences." McCoy's book details, through interviews, the conditions being experienced in Black middle class today. No additional sources cited.

This 8 page paper provides an overview of both movements but suggests that the Irish Renaissance had a significant influence on the Harlem Renaissance which came a bit later. Difference and similarities are noted. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page research paper that explores the way s in which American cities embody the American Dream, their evolution and underlying values. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 7 page paper consider the link between urban development and design and pollution. Focusing on London, England, the writer considers how development will create or change pollution levels and the direct or indirect effect this will have on climate. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

5 pages. This paper will simulate a five-day diary of the happenings during a natural disaster. The natural disaster this paper covers is the tornado that hit downtown Fort Worth, Texas in March of 2000. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

5 pages. This paper gives detailed demographic information about the Cleveland, Ohio area including such things as population, college graduates, the median income, types of housing, and much more. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page discussion of the many faces of Las Vegas. When one considers Las Vegas the first thought that comes to mind is almost inevitably that of bright lights and fast lifestyles. It is, equally, however, a city of great decadence and bitter despair. It is a city of great wealth ...

This 10 page paper provides an overview of the real estate market in New York City since the terrorist attacks. The commercial market is the focus of the paper but residential real estate is touched on as well. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 20 page paper provides a look at the modern city of Cairo as well as intense look at its history. Historic regions, relics and buildings are discussed in light of how they have been modernized. The City of the Dead, the pyramids and its mysteries are each discussed in addition to other relevant aspects ...

A 5 page research paper that first of all summarizes the stance of Zhou (2001) on immigration and then offers similar and contrasting positions in a brief literature review. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

6 pages in length. The image of California that Disneyland seeks to reflect is one of lightheartedness, fun and adventure, as well as instilling a sense of equity to all living beings; targeting tourists, migrants, laborers and other non-residents, this particular image of California promotes family togetherness and of camaraderie between and among strangers. ...

5 pages. This paper gives detailed demographic information about the District of Columbia including such things as population, college graduates, the median income, types of housing, and much more. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 7 page paper looks at poverty in a Brooklyn neighborhood. How the problem of childhood asthma is handled in light of detrimental effects of poverty is discussed in depth. The condition of asthma is explored, particularly as it manifests in urban areas. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 13 page paper discusses the emergence of railroads in early colonial America and the impact of these railroads on cities. There were many reasons why railroads prompted urbanization and these are discussed extensively in this paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

5 pages in length. According to Michael Ignatieff's Warriors Honor Ethnic War and the Modern, "nationalism does not simply 'express' a preexistent identity: it constitutes a new one. Nationalism is a fiction : it requires the willing suspension of disbelief" (Ignatieff 38). Examining this statement and analyzing the author's argument pertaining to ...

This 5 page paper looks at the development of the cities in America through topics such as transportation, immigration, technological innovation, the industrial revolution and economic policy. A variety of issues are addressed for the time period between the mid-1770s and the early 1900s. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper takes a look at urban development through the eyes of several sociologists. Tonnies, Marx and Engels, and Weber are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 10 page paper addresses the problem of the east coast and west coast rap wars. The Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac are viewed as casualties of the rivalry. The murders of each rap star are highlighted and the problem is discussed in general. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page book review of Fishman’s landmark 1987 urban studies’ text. No additional sources are used.

This 7 page paper provides an overview of the community and explores possible solutions to its problem of crime and overcrowding. General ideas are provided, much of which is based on a successful endeavor by a Boston neighborhood called DSNI. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 5 page paper critically reviews the book with a focus on the first four chapters. This book, about the dismal life of children who grow up in this Chicago community, provide food for thought about urban poverty. No additional sources cited.