Monday, October 20, 2008

Chapter 3: Reading 'A Global Sense of Place' Tim Creswell (p.53-79)

Chapter 3 refers to Massey's A Global Sense of Place at the beginning to address Massey's belief of existence of a diverse culture in one place. Massey believes that place is rapidly changing and becoming less "unique" through growth of globalization. She introduces the idea of homogenization, which suggests a diverse community formed in one region. 
Throughout, Creswell mentions how the uniqueness of such a place is evolving through social constructions- and introduces the idea of "gated communities." 

Harvey:"gated communities" is further discussed. Its purpose is to protect a community in a secured place with a wall around them. 

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