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Elgar Encyclopedia of Transport and Society

Av John D. Nelson, Corinne Mulley, Stephen Ison

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This authoritative Encyclopedia provides an overview of the multifaceted field of transport and society. Entries explore the impact of transport planning, policy and implementation on wider societal issues, outlining key connections between transport studies and relevant cognate disciplines.Authored by close to 250 international experts, the Encyclopedia encompasses a wide range of topics, from climate change and sustainability to the contribution of transport to social inclusion, health and accessibility. Each entry deals with a carefully selected aspect of transport and society, critically engaging with core concepts and traditional modes of transportation while covering cutting-edge developments such as artificial intelligence and electric vehicles.Interdisciplinary in scope, the Elgar Encyclopedia of Transport and Society is an essential resource for students and academics in transport, political geography, public policy and economic sociology. Its insights will also greatly benefit policy makers and practitioners seeking to expand their understanding of the field.Key Features:Over 200 entries written by leading scholars and practitionersCombines theoretical discussions with diverse global case studies and practical applicationsEntries are succinct and accessible, each providing a list of references that highlights avenues for further research
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Edited by John D. Nelson, Transport for NSW Chair and Professor of Public Transport, Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies, the University of Sydney, Australia, Corinne Mulley, Professor Emerita, Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies, the University of Sydney, Australia and Stephen Ison, Professor of Transport Policy, De Montfort University, UK and Honorary Professor of Transport Policy, the University of Sydney, Australia

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‘I am blown away by the breadth of this Encyclopedia and the insights it offers. Its over 200 entries cover every mode I can think of, most of the theoretical concepts I teach in my class, and the hottest topics of the day, including flight shaming, dark kitchens, and drones. It is an invaluable reference for students, professionals, and researchers alike on the connections between transport and society.’

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