Table of Contents

1. What is Theory?  2. The Current Landscape of Planning Theory  3. Systems and Rational Theories of Planning  4. Critical Theory and Marxism  5. Neoliberal Planning  6. Pragmatism  7. Planners as Advocates  8. After Modernity  9. Planning, Depoliticisation and the Post-political  10. Post-Structuralism and New Planning Spaces  11. Collaborative Planning  12. Planning, Postcolonialism, Insurgency and Informality  13. Conclusions

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This text provides a wide-ranging and up-to-date analysis of planning theories, how these relate to planning practice, and their significance. It explains how and why different theories have gained dominance in particular places at particular times, giving the reader a holistic view of the field of scholarship and demonstrating the relevance of planning theory for practise. An essential book for all students completing planning theory courses in urban or planning studies, at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.

About the Author

PHILIP ALLMENDINGER is Professor of Land Economy, University of Cambridge, UK.