Urban Forests, Trees, and Greenspace - A Political Ecology Perspective (Hardcover)

Urban forests, trees and greenspace are critical in contemporary planning and development of the city. Their study is not only a question of the growth and conservation of green spaces, but also has social, cultural and psychological dimensions. This book brings a perspective of political ecology to the complexities of urban trees and forests through four themes: policy and governance; history, culture and identity; environmental justice and social inclusion; and urban forest and greenspace engagement and education. Contributors include leading authorities from North and South America and Europe from a range of disciplines, including forestry, ecology, geography, landscape design, municipal planning, environmental policy and environmental history.