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David Harvey

A Critical Reader

Derek Gregory editor Noel Castree editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Published:16th Jan '06

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This insightful examination of David Harvey's work highlights his influence on geography and Marxist thought, offering critical perspectives from various contributors.

This book offers a comprehensive examination of the work of David Harvey, a prominent figure in geography and Marxist theory. It delves into the breadth of Harvey's contributions, addressing various themes such as urbanism, environmental concerns, and socio-economic dynamics. The authors, drawn from diverse fields within the human sciences, employ a variety of critical theories to analyze Harvey's influence and legacy.

In exploring the entire range of Harvey's oeuvre, the book highlights key themes that have shaped contemporary discourse in geography and social theory. It not only critiques his methodologies but also celebrates his insights into the complexities of urban life and the environment. The contributors engage with Harvey's ideas, offering fresh perspectives and interpretations that enrich the understanding of his work.

Additionally, this volume includes a consolidated bibliography of Harvey's writings, serving as a valuable resource for scholars and students alike. By providing a thorough analysis of his contributions, this book aims to foster a deeper appreciation of David Harvey's impact on the fields of geography and critical theory.

"The debates in David Harvey: A Critical Reader highlight the importance of thinking about space as something materially produced and in process ... The discussion also leads to considerations of the urban as a way of life. The tension between these two strands makes this anthology fertile ground for attempts at a synthesis."
Radical Philosophy

"David Harvey: A Critical Reader is a landmark assessment of the work, and diverse influences, of this leading geographer-cum-social theorist. No stodgy hagiography, the Reader presents a series of punchy, personal, political, and often profound reflections on four decades of Harvey’s contributions. In locating Harvey and his interlocutors, the Reader also suggestively maps out the shifting terrain of critical thinking around the spatialities of late capitalism." Jamie Peck, University of Wisconsin-Madison


"Few contemporary thinkers have been untouched by David Harvey, even in opposition, as this collection of brilliant essays attests. And, after the critics’ scalpels have done their bit of nip and tuck, he comes off still looking rather well for his age." R. A. Walker, University of California, Berkeley

"The Critical Reader offers a set of inspiring and non-hagiographic reflections on the intellectual legacy of David Harvey that will be an invaluable read not only for geographers but for all social scientists committed to the pursuit of a critical and transformative understanding of the world."
Ugo Rossi, Universita L’Orientale of Naples, Italy


ISBN: 9780631235095

Dimensions: 250mm x 200mm x 15mm

Weight: 624g

336 pages