Urban Economics

Arthur OSullivans Urban Economics is the market-leading text for this course. Throughout the book, the author uses simple economic analysis to explain why cities exist, where they develop, how they grow, and how different activities are arranged within cities. OSullivan also explores the economics of urban problems and policies related to poverty, housing, transportation, education, and crime. The author has updated added to the material on theory, empirics, and policy discussion as well as streamlined the discussion throughout.