THE NEW INDUSTRIAL GEOGRAPHY: Regions, Regulation and Institutions
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THE NEW INDUSTRIAL GEOGRAPHY: Regions, Regulation and Institutions
Book Details:
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Author: Trevor J. Barnes & Meric S. Gertler
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Publisher: Rawat Publications
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Language: English
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Edition: 2013
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ISBN: 9780415513752
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Pages: 347
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Cover: Paperback
About the Book:
The New Industrial Geography presents a bold and timely rethinking of economic geography through the lens of institutional economics. This book challenges conventional perspectives by emphasizing the historical and geographical contexts within which industrial change unfolds, and by focusing on the formal and informal rules—both tacit and codified—that shape economic life. Drawing from the evolving frameworks of institutional embeddedness, the book argues that understanding the economic and spatial transformations of the last two decades requires a deep appreciation for institutional dynamics.
Key themes explored include the re-theorization of industrial districts, the impact of institutional ‘thickness’ versus rigidity, and the effects of new regulatory bodies and their policies on regional economies. It further investigates how removing institutions from their originating contexts can alter their effectiveness and meaning, and it proposes new pathways for achieving more balanced and equitable regional development.
By marrying economic geography with institutional theory, the authors offer an innovative framework for scholars, policymakers, and planners looking to make sense of the economic and spatial challenges of the 21st century.
About the Authors:
Trevor J. Barnes is a Professor of Geography at the University of British Columbia and a leading scholar in economic and industrial geography.
Meric S. Gertler is a Professor of Geography and Planning at the University of Toronto. Both authors have published extensively on topics including regional economic development, industrial restructuring, and urban planning. Their combined expertise brings a rich and multidisciplinary approach to this important contribution in the field of industrial geography.
