Research on the Theory and Practice of Mountainous Settlement Development

Author: Shen Maoying
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: This book revolves around the theme of sustainable development and management of mountain settlements. By reviewing theories of mountain settlement development, settlement structure and function, and settlement characteristics, it not only constructs a comprehensive and systematic theoretical foundation and evaluation methods for the sustainable development of mountain settlements. Additionally, through the study of several case studies, it provides a detailed analysis of the evolution mechanisms of settlements, settlement poverty, and common issues in settlement development and management in the upper reaches of the Min River. Targeted strategic approaches, socio-economic and ecological environmental policy measures are proposed to achieve sustainable development of settlements in the upper reaches of the Min River, with special emphasis on policies for the sustainable development of unique settlements.