Saskia Sassen
5 books
About the Author
Saskia Sassen is a renowned sociologist and urban theorist whose groundbreaking work explores the intersections of globalization, migration, and urban inequality. Born in the Netherlands and educated at the London School of Economics and the University of Chicago, she has held prestigious positions at Columbia University and the London School of Economics. Sassen's scholarship challenges conventional understandings of borders and belonging, highlighting how global cities serve as crucibles for economic power and social exclusion. Her incisive analyses have influenced policymakers, activists, and scholars worldwide, earning her accolades including the Prince of Asturias Prize for Social Sciences. Through her prolific writing, Sassen continues to illuminate the human dimensions of an interconnected world, advocating for more equitable urban futures.
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analytical
interdisciplinary
provocative
Books by Saskia Sassen
