Under Construction: The Politics of Urban Space and Housing during the Decolonization of Indonesia, 1930 1960
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History
Format
Paperback
Pages
480
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 2010
Publisher
Kitlv Press
ISBN-10
9067182915
ISBN-13
9789067182911
Description
Freek Colombijn delves into the intricate relationship between urban space and housing in Indonesia during a pivotal era of decolonization from 1930 to 1960. He explores how political shifts and social transformations shaped the landscape of Indonesian cities, driving both the creation and destruction of communities.
Through a meticulous analysis, Colombijn highlights the complexities of urban development and the impact of colonial legacies on contemporary city life. His insights reveal the dynamics of power and resistance as Indonesians navigated a changing environment, making the work an essential read for those interested in urban studies and post-colonial theory.
Through a meticulous analysis, Colombijn highlights the complexities of urban development and the impact of colonial legacies on contemporary city life. His insights reveal the dynamics of power and resistance as Indonesians navigated a changing environment, making the work an essential read for those interested in urban studies and post-colonial theory.
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