In/formal Marketplaces — Urban Dynamics Between Formality and Informality in Global Open-Air Markets

In/formal Marketplaces dives deep into the evolving world of informal commerce and its vital role in reshaping urban life. Exploring markets from Bangkok to Buenos Aires, Dubai to New York, this publication uncovers the complex interplay between formal governance and informal trade that defines some of the planet’s most vibrant public spaces.

Through rich visual analysis and critical insights, the book reveals how these contested marketplaces challenge traditional urban structures, reflecting broader shifts in production, consumption, and neoliberal policies. Essential reading for anyone intrigued by urban studies, economic geography, and the future of city life.

English
448 pages, colour & bw illustrations
17 x 24 cm
ISBN 9789462088092