MENTAL MAPS IN THE ANALYSIS OF URBAN SPACES - TOMASZ BODNAR

Discover the fascinating world of urban space perception with Tomasz Bodnar's book! This publication is the result of detailed studies on the perception of coastal cities by their residents and users. Immerse yourself in the analysis of mental maps and learn how various factors influence our perceptions of urban space. An ideal read for urban planners, geographers, sociologists, and anyone interested in the development and character of cities.

• Comprehensive analysis of coastal urban spaces
• Field studies from 2021-2022
• Mental map method and survey
• Consideration of the social, economic, and urban context
• Representative picture of the perception of urban space
• Detailed data on the perception of cities
• Scientific Publishing House of the University of Szczecin

Tomasz Bodnar's book is the result of research on urban spaces in coastal cities, covering six selected urban units located on the Baltic Sea in the West Pomeranian and Pomeranian voivodeships. The selection of these cities (Darłowo, Dziwnów, Międzyzdroje, Hel, Ustka, Władysławowo) was dictated by their size, determined by the population, and differences in the development and character of urban spaces. The field studies, carried out in 2021-2022, enabled the collection of current data on the perception of space among residents and its users, taking into account the current social, economic, and urban context of small coastal cities.

The combination of the mental map method and the survey method made it possible to take into account the features of the experienced urban space that influence the ideas about it. Small coastal cities differ in the development of urban spaces such as ports, beaches, monuments, and recreational areas. Conducting research in selected cities allowed for a more comprehensive and representative picture of the perception of urban space. This book is a valuable source of knowledge for anyone interested in urban planning and urban development.

The Scientific Publishing House of the University of Szczecin presents a publication that makes a significant contribution to research on urban space. The author, Tomasz Bodnar, analyzes in detail the perception of coastal cities, using innovative research methods. This book is a must-read for students, scientists, and practitioners dealing with urban planning, geography, and sociology. Discover the fascinating world of mental maps and discover how we perceive urban space!

Technical data: Pages: 200, Format: 170x247 mm, Year of publication: 2025, Binding: paperback, Publisher: Scientific Publishing House of the University of Szczecin.