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The Borders Within

Causes and Fixes of Geographic Divides
By Michael Donnelly
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Geographic divisions that exist within countries—the borders within—can be seen in economic growth, health, and educational outcomes. Drawing on research with over 200 young people across 17 different localities in the UK, this book proposes a novel framework and alternative starting point for how we address... Read More
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Geographic divisions that exist within countries 'the borders within' can be seen in economic growth and health and educational outcomes. Drawing on research with over 200 young people across 17 different localities in the UK, this book proposes a novel framework and alternative starting point for how we address borders within countries.

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Geographic divisions that exist within countries—the borders within—can be seen in economic growth, health, and educational outcomes. Drawing on research with over 200 young people across 17 different localities in the UK, this book proposes a novel framework and alternative starting point for how we address borders within countries.

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ISBN: 9781447369066

Publisher: Bristol University Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 29 May 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Policy Press

Illustration: Not illustrated

Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 206

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About the Author

Michael Donnelly is Reader and Associate Professor in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Bath.

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