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How do cities acquire traits?

The DNA of Cities

CHAPTER

Urban Resilience and Transformation

This chapter examines the resilience of cities in response to various challenges, drawing historical examples to highlight cycles of decline and resurgence. It discusses the dynamic interplay of inherited qualities and new traits acquired through migration and cultural infusion, underscoring the importance of leadership in urban development. The chapter also emphasizes the need for context-specific approaches to city planning, particularly in rapidly urbanizing nations like China.

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