Bücher von Ralph B. Taylor

'Territorial functioning' refers to an interlocked system of sentiments, cognitions, and behaviors that are highly place-specific, and socially and culturally determined and maintaining. In this book, Ralph Taylor explores the consequences of human territorial functioning for individuals, small groups, and the ecological systems in which they operate.

Those involved in urban neighborhood and community research with an applied focus will find in this volume a number of useful and practical examples of how to do it. Several authors make it quite clear that good research does not necessarily produce the best information for those working to improve the social fabric of urban communities.